# Vengeance and Justice in Electra

> Theme guide for Electra by Sophocles.

The central plot revolves around Orestes and Electra's quest to avenge their father Agamemnon's murder, with the Delphic oracle commanding blood for blood, raising questions about whether personal vengeance can be reconciled with divine or moral justice.

## Where it surfaces

- [Endnotes](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/electra_se/chapters/endnotes): The endnotes reference the curse of Myrtilus and the avenging son of Amphiaraus, underscoring the theme of retribution that drives the plot.

## Links

- HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/electra_se/themes/vengeance_and_justice
- Themes index: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/electra_se/themes