Oedipus Rex

01/06/2025 10 min
Oedipus Rex

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Send us a textOedipus Rex, also known as Oedipus the King, is a Greek tragedy written by Sophocles around 429 BCE, considered one of the greatest works of classical literature. Set in the city of Thebes, the play follows King Oedipus, a man of intellect and determination, who seeks to save his city from a devastating plague by uncovering the murderer of the previous king, Laius. Unbeknownst to him, Oedipus himself is the culprit, having unwittingly fulfilled a prophecy that he would kill his father, Laius, and marry his mother, Jocasta. Through a series of revelations driven by Oedipus’s relentless pursuit of truth, the play explores themes of fate, free will, and the tragic consequences of human ignorance in the face of divine will. Its dramatic structure, rich characterization, and profound philosophical questions have made it a cornerstone of Western drama, influencing literature and thought for centuries.Hi everybody! I've decided to keep the podcast going on these platforms. Since I don't have any advertisers, if you'd like to support the show, please visit ShafferMediaProject.com and click on the Spotify or YouTube links to hear some of the great music that my company produces. Please like, subscribe, share and follow if you enjoy this content! Thanks. Hi everybody! I've decided to keep the podcast going on these platforms. Since I don't have any advertisers, if you'd like to support the show, please visit ShafferMediaProject.com and click on the Spotify or YouTube links to hear some of the great music that my company produces. Please like, subscribe, share and follow if you enjoy this content! Thanks.Please like, share, follow and subscribe! Also, check out all our great offerings at ShafferMediaEnterprises.com!