At its deepest level, Henry IV is about...

taking responsibility with honor

petty fights between matriarchs in an attempt to maintain reputations

Henry IV is about the shift of power

power struggles

how power and honor coincide

the tension between family

wanting power, but not knowing how to use it.

Pride and

honesty

to whom we are loyal

qualities of a leader

Honor and courage

purpose

Growing up

Power struggles between father figures as well as foils such as Hotspur and Hal

an obsession for royalty

realizing yourself

Finding your identity

Honor in politics

the meaning of honor