According to the classic definition of a “tragic hero”, King Lear certainly classifies as one for being a virtuous, prosperous and eminently good character in the play King Lear.  At the beginning of the play Lear demonstrated his power by being demanding and extremely impulsive in terms of quick decision making. Despite his strict and arrogant way of ruling his kingdom, he had much love, respect and honor towards his three daughters Goneril, Regan and Cordelia. He believed blindly in the dedication and unconditional affection of his daughters to him. Little did he know that involving monetary value to the worth of their love will soon bring this family to a tragic end. Being Lear the cause of his own downfall, throughout they play he is able to recognize his errors not only by drastically becoming an “unaccommodated” man but also by having an active interaction with individuals that had always been beside him but that he barely knew much about their lives and sufferings.