- Oedipus - Wikipedia
Oedipus (UK: ˈiːdɪpəs , also US: ˈɛdɪ - ⓘ; Ancient Greek: Οἰδίπους "swollen foot") was a mythical Greek king of Thebes A tragic hero in Greek mythology, Oedipus fulfilled a prophecy that he would end up killing his father and marrying his mother, thereby bringing disaster to his city and family
- Oedipus | Story, Summary, Facts | Britannica
Oedipus, in Greek mythology, the king of Thebes who unwittingly killed his father and married his mother Homer related that Oedipus’s wife and mother hanged herself when the truth of their relationship became known, though Oedipus apparently continued to rule at Thebes until his death
- Oedipus - Greek Mythology
The son of Laius and Jocasta, King and Queen of Thebes, Oedipus is the unfortunate main protagonist of “one of the best-known of all legends” in Ancient Greek – or any other – mythology
- Oedipus – Roundabout Theatre Company
Direct from London, Mark Strong and Lesley Manville star in Oedipus on Broadway, created and directed by Robert Icke after Sophocles
- A Summary and Analysis of the Oedipus Myth - Interesting Literature
By Dr Oliver Tearle (Loughborough University) The myth of Oedipus is one of the most famous tragedies in all of classical mythology But how did this Greek myth come about? And what does it mean? Before we address these questions, it might be worth recapping the story of Oedipus in the form of a brief…
- The Tragedy of Oedipus: A Myth of War and Destiny
Explore the tragic tale of Oedipus, where war and destiny collide Discover how fate shapes his life and the human experience Read more now!
- The Tragic Tale Of Oedipus | Meet The Myths
Originating from ancient Greece, it is a narrative that explores profound themes such as fate, free will, and the consequences of defying the natural order This article delves into this tragic story, tracing its path from prophecy to fulfillment and from triumph to downfall
- Oedipus: The Tragic Tale of Fate and Foreknowledge - MythoHub
In a final act of penance, Oedipus blinded himself and chose exile, hoping to alleviate Thebes’ suffering His story reflects the themes of fate, human agency, and the tragic consequences of hidden truths
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