In the case of Tartuffe, we must then recognize Orgon as the principle hero, and Tartuffe as the antagonist. Orgon is the main character that is affected and hurt by Tartuffe. ... Orgon is so far under the spell of Tartuffe, that he doesn't listen to members of his family that warn him of Tartuffe's hypocrisy, and he even goes as far to sign the deed of his estate over to the charlatan. ... Tartuffe however, has designs on Orgon's wife, and attempts to seduce her. Tartuffe's son is witness to the first attempted affair, and warns Orgon about the usurper, only to have Orgo...

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Tartuffe Yes, I like the comedy of Tartufee by Moliere. ... There are many people like Tartuffe that hide behind the word of God and make believe they are better. ... Orgon was a very trustworthy person, he believed in everything Tartuffe said to him but because Tartuffe was dishonest to him and used religion (?) ... Tartuffe get what he deserves at the end. In the end, you are even satisfied with Tartuffe getting what he deserved. ...

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(Moliere 324,11) Shortly afterwards, Orgon commands Mariane to take Tartuffe as her husband even though she is not interested in him at all. ... Moliere discusses logic and reasoning by blindfolding Orgon to the reality of Tartuffe's intentions that causes him to make dumb decisions. In the process, Orgon disregard's his family when told of Tartuffe's intentions. ... When Damis returns home and Tartuffe (instead of Orgon) gets locked up, order is restored. ... Tartuffe. ...

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