ees Iagos contemptuous comments on characters like Roderigo when he says that he is a snipe only to be used for sport and profit (Oth. 1.3.428-429). These views of Iago reveal to the audience that he takes advantage of friendships, and that he regards them for his own gain. Whatever Satans disguise, his goal is the same; it is to counterfeit the person and the plan of God and deceive people (2 Thess. 2:10). Satan can deceive and make others do his evil deeds. Satan caused a third of heaven to fall with him by influencing other angelic beings to make a war against God (Rev. 12:4a). As William Grace looks at the theme of appearance versus reality she states that , True good and seeming good may be poles apart, and the universe is full of potential deception. "[] Men should be what they seem," Othello observes, unaware of his own position relative to that of Iago (Oth. 3.3.147). Such power to influence and use another being was expressed by Iago when he persuaded Emilia to steal that handkerchief.Roderigo, Desdemona, and Cassio all had something in common. They all turned to Iago for the assistance that they believed he could honestly provide. Roderigo, a suitor of Desdemona, for example, needed to gain her love and hand in marriage (Oth.1.3.359-360); Cassio wanted to regain his title of lieutenancy from Othello (2.3.325); and Desdemona wanted to aid Cassio to regain his title (3.3.23-29). As a result, they were more receptive to Iagos evil intentions. By offering his help and comfort, Iago was able to gain their trust and friendship. Another trait includes the state of immortality, which was both possessed by Iago and Satan. In the last act, the audience witnesses how Iago is stabbed and lives:LODORVICO. Where is the viper? Bring the villain forth.[Iago is brought forward]OTHELLO. I look down towards his feet; but thats a fable.- If that thou best a devil, I cannot kill thee. [He stabs Iago]LODOVICO. Wrench his sword from him.[...
