Monologue

Sejanus Monologue from Sejanus His Fall

From Sejanus His Fall by Ben Jonson

male · contemplative · 57 sec

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I have heard, Augustus, In the bestowing of his daughter, thought But even of gentlemen of Rome: if so,— I know not how to hope so great a favour— But if a husband should be sought for Livia, And I he had in mind, as Cæsar’s friend, I would but use the glory of the kindred: It should not make me slothful, or less caring For Cæsar’s state: it were enough to me It did confirm, and strengthen my weak house, Against the now unequal opposition Of Agrippina; and for dear regard Unto my children, this I wish: myself Have no ambition farther than to end My days in service of so dear a master.

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Sejanus reflects on his aspirations and the potential alliance through marriage, expressing a desire to strengthen his family's position while remaining loyal to Augustus.

30s · hope · ambition · family · power · loyalty

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