In Doctor Faustus by Christopher Marlowe, the protagonist, Faustus, sells his soul to the devil in exchange for unlimited knowledge and black magic. In doing so, Faustus creates a tragedy for himself. Through the actions and consequences that Faustus must face, the play reiterates the idea that a righteous life and knowledge are more valuable than earthly gains obtained from misdeeds because one no longer possesses the ambition to learn and act on things when knowledge is received rather than achieved. Faustus was a man knowledgeable in various fields; however, his desire for knowledge expanded beyond the means acceptable to a human. Therefore, he decided to exchange his soul for unlimited knowledge and black magic. His desire for knowledge went beyond the amount of knowledge capable of being. Faustus wanted enough knowledge to become immortal and almost God-like. Despite being warned by Mephostopheles and the good angel, Faustus remained faithful to the decision. “Because this is hell, and I'm not even out of it. Do you believe that he who has seen the face of God and tasted the eternal joys of heaven is not tormented by a thousand hells in being deprived of eternal bliss? (75-89). Mephostophilis describes the torture he faces as he is forever separated from God and the heavens. Faust neglects the eternal joys of heaven for the opportunity to make man immortal. By signing the agreement, Faustus made the agreement final and gave up his right knowledge to gain knowledge to further his ambitions. However, he does not use his powers to do good but plays pranks on the Pope, the courser, Robin and Dick. The agreement marked a change in Faustus from a knowledgeable and educated man to someone who was like a cheerful child. His joyful personality as a child was visible through his delight in torturing others, seeing others suffer, and playing pranks. The idea that a righteous life is