# Jealousy and Betrayal in The Trachiniae

> Theme guide for The Trachiniae by Sophocles.

Deianira's jealousy over Heracles' love for Iolè leads her to use a supposed love charm, which becomes a deadly poison, betraying her husband and causing his agonizing death.

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