Question

What is ironic about Mephistophilis words to Doctor Faustus about Lucifer's downfall? Consider how the statement relates to Doctor Faustus. Please explain in detail.

O, by aspiring pride and insolence;

For which God threw him from the face of heaven.

Answer 1

The irony lies in the fact that even not wanting to be condemned and having been warned of the condemnation by Mephistophilis, Faustus keeps the pact.

What is irony?

• It is a literary resource.
• Emphasizes expressions contrary to what is desired.

Mephistophilis' words compare Lucifer to Faustus, as he points out that both were very proud, ambitious, and insolent, being capable of anything to achieve their desires. These traits have led to Lucifer's doom and will lead to Faustus as well.

Faustus doesn't want to be condemned but still keeps the pact with Mephistophilis, knowing the consequences.

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