The tragic hero is bound by social obligations, while the knight of faith is free from worldly constraints from "summary" of Fear and Trembling by Soren Kierkegaard
The tragic hero, in his adherence to social obligations, finds himself entrapped by the expectations and norms of society. He is constrained by the duties and responsibilities that come with his position, unable to act freely according to his own individual beliefs and desires. This burden of societal expectations weighs heavily on him, shaping his decisions and dictating his actions in a way that is not entirely his own. On the other hand, the knight of faith stands apart from the constraints of the world, living in a realm of spiritual freedom that transcends societal norms and expectations. He is guided by his own inner convictions and relationship with the divine, allowing him to act in accordance with his own understanding of what is right and just. In this sense, the knight of faith is free from the worldly constraints that bind the tragic hero, able to navigate the complexities of life with a sense of autonomy and independence. ...
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