It is interesting sometimes to draw a connection between two texts. Though they may be unrelated as far as plot is concerned, it is interesting to see how different authors from different time periods use similar ideas and emotions to give substance to their work. Othello and Medea are two works of literature where with close analysis, we can see some similarities between them. Upon reading both, one similarity I noticed was how they both revolved around the concepts of loyalty and betrayal, two ideas that go hand in hand with each other. In Medea, the reason behind her crazed vengeance was because she felt personally betrayed by Jason for his actions against her. Although he said his reasoning for marrying Creons daughter was in the best interest for her and their kids, Medea was disgusted at the lack of loyalty Jason showed to her. Medea says, “Most of the time, I know, a woman is filled with fear. She’s worthless in battle and flinches at the sight of steel. But when she’s faced with an injustice in the bedroom, there is no other mind more murderous.” (lines 267-271). We see from Medea how important loyalty was to their culture. She says how she understands that women in battle are weak but if a conflict arises where they are betrayed in marriage, they should not be underestimated because the consequences will be drastic. When it comes to love, both parties should remain loyal to each other regardless of the situation. This relates to Othello because there is an issue of loyalty between Othello and Desdemona. Othello believes that Desdemona is cheating on him with Cassio and, just like in Medea, we see that he believes the consequence for such behavior should be one of large caliber. Othello says, “Yet she must die, else she’ll betray more men.” (Act 5. scene 2. line 6). He feels that the only deserving fate she has for her betrayal is death. He also feels that it is necessary because if not, she will go on to trick more men with her “love”. In both plays, we see how love is not something to be played around with. It is a cultural priority to be loyal to one person only.