Lo specchio del paradigma: uno stilema omerico in Euripide

This paper explores a recurring characteristic of epic paradigms in Euripides’ plays. Beyond their similarities, the connection between the illustrans and illustrandum is crafted through antitheses and inversions. The analysis examines selected passages from Homer and Euripides, highlighting this shared stylistic trait. In Homer, the use of the paradigmatic figure operates within a framework of polar logic. Euripides adopts and modifies this model to reflect his unique worldview, rather than merely paying homage to tradition.