# Seven Against Thebes - Aeschylus

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Podcast: [The Door with Seven Locks](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-door-with-seven-locks-6725666)
Published: 2026-07-20T09:00:23+00:00
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## Resource

"Seven Against Thebes" by Aeschylus presents a gripping tale of familial strife and the catastrophic consequences of power struggles, set against the backdrop of a city under siege. As Polynices returns to reclaim his birthright from his brother Eteocles, the play explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the inescapable curses that haunt the House of Oedipus. The tension between the external conflict of war and the internal chaos among the frightened citizens of Thebes resonates with contemporary audiences, reflecting the timeless nature of human conflict and the complexities of familial duty.

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