In Sophocles' play, "Oedipus the King, Oedipus' village admired him, for he liberated his people from previous misfortunes. ... While others may claim the incest and wickedness Oedipus encounters may overshadow his good will, there are countless demonstrations throughout the play that focuses on Oedipus good character. ... In the beginning of Oedipus the King, Oedipus ruled Thebes for 15 years and led his village with success and prosperity. ... The irony of the tragedy, is that Oedipus is a good man. ... A typical King would have great pride in themselves, but it takes a true l...

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The King also threatens death to any persons attempting to bury Polynices properly. ... However, soon this civil law is challenged when Tiresias, a Theban soothsayer warns the King that the gods disagree with his decision to defile the body of Oedipus's son. ... Fate is most noticeable in Oedipus the King. ... Creon, after leaving to consult the oracle, announces that the murderer of Laius, King of Thebes prior to Oedipus, must be found, and the discovery and punishment of this person will cure the city. ... Sight and blindness is a motif throughout the plays, and plays a crucial role...

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One example of irony would be in Oedipus Rex. In Scene 1 on page 54, Oedipus is talking about the murder of Laios. ... This example of irony continues as Oedipus continues to say, "I decree that he be driven from every house, Being as he is corruption itself to us: the Delphic Voice of Zeus has pronounced this revelation. Thus I associate myself with the oracle And take the side of the murdered king." ... Another example of irony occurs again earlier in Oedipus Rex. ...

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