As in any great tragedy, the story of Oedipus is rife with heartbreaking irony. ... From the beginning of the story, it is evident that Oedipus believes himself to be wise and firmly in control of himself and his surroundings. ... Oedipus' wife Jokasta attempts to reintroduce logic into the situation and tells Oedipus the story of her own "failed" prophecy in the attempt to reassure him. ... In relief, he mocks the gods and says to Jokasata, "Why should we scour Pythian smoke or fear birds shrieking overhead? If signs like these had been telling the truth I would have kil...

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