Vol. 9, Issue 3, Part C (2023)

In Christopher Marlowe's play "Doctor Faustus," the representation of religion is multifaceted and serves as a central theme throughout the narrative. Marlowe explores various aspects of religion, Christian theology, and the struggle between spiritual piety and worldly desires. The play delves into the complexities of human nature, the consequences of one's choices, and the eternal conflict between good and evil. The play portrays a classic struggle between good and evil, represented by Faustus's internal conflict. He is torn between seeking divine knowledge and spiritual fulfilment on one hand and succumbing to the temptation of worldly power and pleasures on the other. This struggle represents the broader human predicament of choosing between moral righteousness and sinful indulgence.