1. Fate vs. Freewill
Seconds after hearing Apollo's words, Oedipus tells Jocasta, "I heard all that and ran. ... Conversations with his wife, Jocasta, Oedipus' doubts the prophets more. Jocasta tells him, "Listen to me and learn some peace of mind: no skill in the world, nothing human can penetrate the future." ... Jocasta further explains that Laius was killed "at a place where three roads met". ... Oedipus tells Jocasta that if he killed Laius, then the prophets were right. ...
- Word Count: 1473
- Approx Pages: 6
- Grade Level: High School