Amazonian warrior, and took her away to Athens. When presented the case of Hermia, Theseus may subconsciously related to event and accepted what it meant to step into Hermia’s shoes, thus easily showing understanding for her. There is a great level of hypocrisy given that his own relationship reflects the contrary to the laws in which he set to impose to his citizens and followers. This further shows that Theseus is a character of understanding. This hypocrisy highlights his morals to prove that in life there may have to be alterations that do not follow regulations in order to keep peace or a unit satisfied. Theseus understands that as a ruler he will never be able to satisfy the entire population; however if going against the law means making the majority happy, than he must follow through.

While others may argue and say that his third option does not make him a better ruler because he could have changed the rules completely instead of enforcing an ancient Athenian law (which nearly has already been long forgotten), and that his sympathizing for Hermia is only to make him an amiable ruler, it is important to note that otherwise he must deal with the backlash from citizens. Theseus has weighed his options and simply chooses what will keep Athens at peace. Having to maintain this peace (law and order), he had to set some sort of precedent for circumstances in which the law may not generally be to support you, which is what was done at first. Also, he superseded any of Egues’ desires by enabling Hermia and Lysander to be as one. This would show that upon reflection, he chose to do what he thought was most suitable and we should in any event give him credit for doing as such.