why decius brutus was more successful in persuading caesar than calpurnia ?
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Decius Brutus could succeed in persuading Caesar to accompany him to Senate house because he understood Caesar’s psychological weaknesses. He knew how to fan his ego and pride. He interpreted Calpurnia’s speech according to Caesar’s taste. He also lured Caesar to the Senate House by telling him that the senators had decided to give Caesar the crown. Calpurnia had to plead so much to Caesar to keep him at home. Caesar actually did not want to stay at home. So when Decius Brutus came to take him to Senate House (which was part of the conspiracy), hearing his arguments he agreed to accompany him.
Decius Brutus was clever and he understood the ambitions of Caesar. He knew how to flatter people. So he used the appropriate language which was appealing. He interpreted the dream in a positive way.
While Calpurnia was anxious about Caesar's well-being. Her language and tone did not appeal to Caesar. He felt that it was a sign of cowardice to listen to his wife and stay back. He did not want people to think that he was a coward. So he went with Decius.