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King is Oedipus' role in the beginning of "Oedipus Rex" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).

Specifically, Oedipus is the king of Thebes. He lives in the Theban royal palace. But he makes frequent trips outside to interact with his beloved people.

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