Oedipus Rex follows the clear nature of a tragedy, in that it encompasses the common conventions of a Greek Tragedy, with ones life being controlled by fate and the gods. ... In Oedipus Rex, it is not so much a hamartia that leads to his downfall, but more the role played by fate and destiny. ... If Oedipus had a serious harmatia, it was his hubris. ... Oedipus's nemesis results in a cathartic effect. ... The tragedy of Oedipus Rex is conveyed to the audience through several features common in Greek tragedies. ...

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Sophocles's play, Oedipus Rex is possibly one of the greatest tragedies ever written. ... By the end of the story the name of Oedipus is a curse. ... The cause of Oedipus's downfall is his impulsiveness. ... When he does not say what Oedipus wants him to say Oedipus reacts, "Ah God! ... I, Oedipus, Oedipus, damned in his birth, in his marrige Damned, Damned in the blood he shed with his own hand!" ...

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In the play "Oedipus Rex" by Sophocles, the main character Oedipus is a perfect example of Aristotle's tragic hero. ... Throughout Oedipus" journey of life he encounters all three themes. ... Destiny played a vital part in the destruction of Oedipus. ... Throughout the drama, Oedipus committed many sins according to the gods. ... Another sin Oedipus committed was when he unknowing married his own mother. ...

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Oedipus Rex The play Oedipus Rex, written by Sophocles, is a tragedy of fate. ... Oedipus was also unaware that Jocasta was his mother. ... Unfortunately, Oedipus fails to succeed, since his fate is inescapable. ... Oedipus" tragic destiny was brought upon his tragic fate. ... Oedipus" fate gave him opportunities to develop his arrogance. ...

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Sophocles" "Oedipus Rex" is an ancient Greek play that explores the life of Oedipus, the King of Thebes, and his horrifying discovery that he has killed his father and married his mother. ... Oedipus took great pride in saving people and being seen as a hero. ... Another of King Oedipus" character traits was self-confidence. ... Oedipus" next mystery to solve is finding the murderer of Laios. ... I feel that Oedipus" most impressive trait is his strong will. ...

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In the play, Oedipus Rex, the main character (Oedipus) is a very misfortunate man. ... In the end the prophecy came true but Oedipus was in no way to blame. ... Oedipus" misfortune was caused partially by his parents. ... The most powerful force in determining Oedipus" fate was the Gods. ... In the end Oedipus did seem a bit ignorant. ...

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Oedipus's errors in judgment eventually contribute to his resulting fate. ... Oedipus is known for his compassion, sense of justice, and his swiftness of thought and action. ... Oedipus eagerly attempts to uncover the truth, acting thoughtfully and carefully, refusing to shield himself from the truth. ... Immediately following the ode, Oedipus enters and says that he will answer the Chorus's prayers. For a moment, Oedipus takes the role of a god upon himself. ...

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In Sophocles" Oedipus Rex, the reader sees the epitome of Aristotle's tragedy described in Poetics, the first section of his major critical work. ... A shepherd rescues the child, Oedipus, and gives him to his king, Polybus, King of Corinth. As Oedipus grows up, he learns from an oracle that he will kill his father and marry his mother. ... Through Oedipus" determination to seek the murderer, the shepherd who "rescued" Oedipus the baby comes forth, revealing his story, which leads to the downfall of Oedipus. ... In Sophocles" Oedipus Rex, Oedipus fulfills all the three requirements set...

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In the tragic ironic play of Oedipus Rex, the usage of sight and blindness is carried throughoyt the characters to convey a sense of truth and knowledge. ... But King Oedipus insists. Therefore, the profet said Oedipus was the murderer. ... But what would make Oedipus second guess his strong belief? ... Her mistakes are similar to Oedipus. ...

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The play Oedipus Rex, written by Sophocles, is a tragedy of fate. ... As well, fate brings Oedipus to his downfall, by giving him opportunities to develop a tragic flaw. ... Oedipus was unaware of these sinful actions and would commit them without intent. ... Oedipus was also unaware that Jocasta was his mother. ... Unfortunately, Oedipus fails to succeed, since his fate is inescapable. ...

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King Oedipus is a play in which the plot is based on dramatic irony. ... The main characters of the plot, however, do not know of Oedipus" involvement in this ordeal. ... He is an essential plot device in King Oedipus. ... Without him, Oedipus wouldn't have lived to become king of Thebes.The old man is also related in the play for he was the sole survivor from Oedipus" attack upon king Laius" convoy. ... He had saved Oedipus" life in the past which therefore allowed the plot to take place. ...

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