He did what no other could do, destroyed the Sphinx and brought peace to the city, yet despite this, he was punished for a crime that was always going to happen. ... As a result tragedy is worsened by Oedipus's punishment which is unfitting of the crime he committed. ...
Thinking quickly on his feet to try and resolve the issue quickly, Oedipus told the Thebans that if the murderer confessed they would be pardoned for the crime, but would be exiled from the city. Also, no punishment would come to any who came forth with information about the crime or whereabouts of the murderer. When no one stepped forward to give information or confess, Oedipus said that if anyone who is involved in the crime in any way does not step forward, they will be banished from the city and all those around the city of Thebes forever. ...
