Why Does Iago Hate Othello?

Iago's motives for hating Othello are complex and multifaceted, and are not fully explained in the play. Some critics argue that Iago is motivated by jealousy and resentment towards Othello, who has passed him over for promotion and given the job to Cassio instead. Others argue that Iago is motivated by a desire for revenge against Othello, who has married Desdemona, a woman that Iago is also in love with. Still others suggest that Iago's hatred of Othello is rooted in racial and cultural differences, and that Iago resents Othello's position of power and authority in a society that is hostile towards him. Ultimately, the precise reason for Iago's hatred of Othello remains open to interpretation.

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