The Bacchae

What is the human reason that Dionysus is angry with Pentheus? What is the divine reason?

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The human reason is pride; Pentheus denies Dionysus validity as a god and refuses offerings or prayer. The divine reason would be Pentheus' order that Dionysus' shrine be destroyed. For a detailed look at this conflict sinply follow the link provided below.

http://www.gradesaver.com/the-bacchae/study-guide/section1/