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T.S. Eliot's *Murder in the Cathedral* is not merely a play; it is a poetic drama that integrates poetic devices, religious themes, and philosophical introspection into the theatrical format. The play, written in verse, portrays the final days of Archbishop Thomas Becket and his martyrdom, highlighting spiritual conflict and divine destiny. What sets this play apart from conventional drama is its profound poetic quality, both in language and structure. Several features contribute to its classification as a poetic drama, rooted deeply in Eliot's effort to revive the use of verse in modern theatre, and in his philosophical and liturgical concerns. One of the most defining features of *Murder in the Cathedral* as a poetic drama is its use of verse throughout the text. Eliot chose to write the play primarily in blank verse, interspersed with rhymed passages and lyrical choruses, echoing the tradition of classical Greek drama. This formal structure lends the play a rhythm and musicality that heighten its thematic gravity and elevate the narrative above ordinary speech. The verse allows Eliot to express complex spiritual and emotional states more intensely than prose, capturing the gravity of Becket’s internal struggle and the theological weight of martyrdom. Moreover, the poetic form enables a controlled pacing, reflective of liturgical ritual and solemn ceremony, thus creating a meditative atmosphere. The use of the Chorus is another feature that aligns *Murder in the Cathedral* with poetic drama, borrowing directly from ________ _____ _____ ________ _________.
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