How is fate responsible for the tragedy of Oedipus?
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How is fate responsible for the tragedy of Oedipus?
Oedipus:
Oedipus is one of the kings featured in Greek mythology. Oedipus was the king of Thebes and he is the subject of a particular tragedy involving his family. As the myth goes, Oedipus was prophesized to kill his father and marry his mother. By a twisted turn of fate, he would wind up doing these acts unintentionally. The story of Oedipus was used by the playwright Sophocles as the topic of the play entitled Oedipus Rex.
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Oedipus the King has no control over his fate. The Oracle's prophecy that he will marry his mother and kill his father is one that seems so outside...
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Chapter 2 / Lesson 3Discover the themes in Oedipus Rex. Learn about the tragedy, read about Oedipus' prophecy, and explore the themes of fate vs. free will, power, and many more.