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The theme of blindness in King Lear reveals how different characters are unable to perceive the truth or reality of their situations, either due to their own flaws or external forces, and how this leads to tragic consequences or profound insights. For example, Lear is blind to the true nature of his daughters, Cordelia is blind to the consequences of her honesty, Gloucester is blind to the treachery of Edmund, and so on. Some characters, such as Lear and Gloucester, also suffer from physical blindness as a result of their moral blindness. This theme suggests that blindness can lead to tragedy, but also that it can be a source of insight and wisdom, as both Lear and Gloucester gain a deeper understanding of themselves and others after losing their sight.

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“See better, Lear, and let me still remain / The true blank of thine eye” (1.1.159-160)

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“See better, Lear, and let me still remain / The true blank of thine eye” (1.1.159-160)

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This image symbolizes the physical and metaphorical blindness of Lear, who cannot see the reality of his situation and the true nature of his daughters. The blindfold also suggests that Lear is unwilling or unable to face the truth, and that he relies on others to guide him. The white cane, however, also implies that Lear has some potential for finding his way, if he can learn to use his other senses and his inner vision.

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“Out of my sight!” (1.4.83). Lear says this to his Fool, who is mocking him for giving away his power and authority to his daughters. Lear is blind to the Fool’s wisdom and loyalty.

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“Out of my sight!” (1.4.83). Lear says this to his Fool, who is mocking him for giving away his power and authority to his daughters. Lear is blind to the Fool’s wisdom and loyalty.

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The person represents Lear, while the landscape represents the world around him. The image could be set against a backdrop of a sunset, which represents the end of Lear’s reign and the beginning of a new era. The sunset could also be interpreted as a metaphor for the end of Lear’s life.

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“I stumbled when I saw” (4.1.19). Gloucester says this to Edgar after he is blinded by Cornwall and Regan. He realizes that he was deceived by Edmund and failed to see the goodness of Edgar.

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“I stumbled when I saw” (4.1.19). Gloucester says this to Edgar after he is blinded by Cornwall and Regan. He realizes that he was deceived by Edmund and failed to see the goodness of Edgar.

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The missing lens represents Gloucester’s blindness to the truth, while the person wearing the glasses represents Gloucester himself. The image could be set against a backdrop of a dark and stormy sky, which represents the chaos and turmoil that Gloucester’s blindness has caused. The dark and stormy sky could also be interpreted as a metaphor for the emotional turmoil that Gloucester is experiencing.

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“A man may see how this world goes with no eyes. Look with thine ears” (4.6.146-147). Gloucester says this to Lear when they meet on the heath. He suggests that seeing is not necessary for understanding the world, and that listening is more important.

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“A man may see how this world goes with no eyes. Look with thine ears” (4.6.146-147). Gloucester says this to Lear when they meet on the heath. He suggests that seeing is not necessary for understanding the world, and that listening is more important.

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The person represents Gloucester, while the closed eyes represent his blindness to the world around him. The open ears represent his willingness to listen and understand the world around him. The image could be set against a backdrop of a sunset, which represents the end of Gloucester’s reign and the beginning of a new era. The sunset could also be interpreted as a metaphor for the end of Gloucester’s life.

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“Get thee glass eyes, / And like a scurvy politician seem / To see the things thou dost not” (4.6.173-175). Lear says this to Gloucester, mocking the hypocrisy and corruption of the politicians who pretend to see the truth but are actually blind to it.

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“Get thee glass eyes, / And like a scurvy politician seem / To see the things thou dost not” (4.6.173-175). Lear says this to Gloucester, mocking the hypocrisy and corruption of the politicians who pretend to see the truth but are actually blind to it.

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The person represents the politicians, while the opaque magnifying glass represents their blindness to the truth. The image could be set against a backdrop of a dark and stormy sky, which represents the chaos and turmoil that the politicians’ blindness has caused. The dark and stormy sky could also be interpreted as a metaphor for the emotional turmoil that the politicians are experiencing.

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“I have no way, and therefore want no eyes. / I stumbled when I saw. Full oft 'tis seen / Our means secure us, and our mere defects / Prove our commodities” (4.1.18-21). Gloucester says this to Edgar, expressing his resignation and acceptance of his blindness. He suggests that having no eyes is better than having false ones, and that his weakness has become his strength.

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“I have no way, and therefore want no eyes. / I stumbled when I saw. Full oft 'tis seen / Our means secure us, and our mere defects / Prove our commodities” (4.1.18-21). Gloucester says this to Edgar, expressing his resignation and acceptance of his blindness. He suggests that having no eyes is better than having false ones, and that his weakness has become his strength.

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A pair of broken glasses lying on a pile of books, symbolizing the loss of faith and innocence that Gloucester experiences after being betrayed by his son Edmund and blinded by Cornwall. The glasses represent his false vision and understanding of the world, which are shattered by the cruel reality. The books represent his knowledge and wisdom, which are rendered useless by his blindness.