Jason’s uncle, Pelias, kills his brother
and Jason’s father, and unjustly ascends to the throne. He plans to kill Jason
once he is born, but Jason’s mother fools him, allowing Jason to be taken and
hidden in the woods. Once Jason turns 20 he emerges to claim the throne. Pelias
agrees to let Jason have the throne if he can retrieve the Golden Fleece at the
edge of the land. This task proves to be difficult, so he assembles several
heroes to assist him. Finally, Jason reaches Colchis and asks the king for the
Golden Fleece. However, the king says he must complete more challenges. But
Medea aids Jason, as she is a sorceress, but Jason must agree to marry
her. In the end, however, Jason leaves
Medea, and out of revenge she kills him.
This story is interesting as it focuses on
both love and revenge. First, you have this story built completely around
seeking revenge as Jason sets out to claim his throne. And then it turns into
this love story, when Medea comes along and at first it is a beautiful one. Two
lovers completing tasks together, conquering the world it seems. But like so
many love stories this one becomes tragic, ending fatally. And ironically, Jason
is the victim of revenge when Medea kills him after he is unfaithful to her.
"Jason
and the Legendary Golden Fleece." Ancient Origins. N.p., n.d. Web. 03 Dec. 2014.
<http://www.ancient-origins.net/myths-legends/jason-and-legendary-golden-fleece-001307>.
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