Othello
In Act 4 Scene 2, What are two instances in which Desdemona’s innocence and virtue are emphasized in this scene.
Act 4 Scene 2
Act 4 Scene 2
Certainly, it is painful to see Desdemona try to understand her husband's fury. Othello goes on about deceit and sexual indiscretion. Poor Desdemona can only say, "Alas, what ignorant sin have I committed?" Othello calls her a strumpet (prostitute) and Desdemona protests her virtue,
No, as I am a Christian.
If to preserve this vessel for my lord
From any other foul unlawful touch
Be not to be a strumpet, I am none.
Indeed, Desdimona is virtuous which makes this scene all the more harder to bear.