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The information that Oedipus is a murderer and that the royal marriage isn't a role model is what Tiresias the blind prophet includes in his message to the Theban King. The people, the livestock, and the crops of Thebes are suffering from a pestilence. The Oracle at Apollo's Shrine says that the pestilence will end once the murderer of Oedipus' royal predecessor, Theban King Laius, is found and executed or exiled. Nobody helps Oedipus in his manhunt. So he turns to the blind prophet. Surprisingly, Tiresias says that Oedipus is the very person that's being sought and that Oedipus' apparently perfect marriage to Theban Queen Jocasta is the ultimate offense against all notions of decent, legal marital unions.
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What is Oedipus' reaction to Tiresias' prophecy?
Oedipus is outraged at Tiresias' prophecy. He thinks Tiresias is lying to him and was "put up" to telling him that by Creon. Oedipus is so furious with Tiresias, that in the process he pushes Tiresias into making another prophecy (more of a premonition) that Oedipus will be blind.
Why does Oedipus doubt what Teiresias tells him about the identity of Laius' murderer?
He does not know that the person he killed on the road from Corinth was Laius.
What angry accusation does Oedipus make?
When Oedipus asks the blind prophet Tiresias who killed the previous king Laius, Tiresias states that he knows but wishes he didn't. Oedipus furiously accuses Tiresias of the murder of (Oedipus'own father), Laius - whom, of course Oedipus actually killed unknowingly.
How does Tiresias know that Oedipus killed his father?
Tiresias, the blind prophet in "Oedipus Rex," knows that Oedipus killed his father due to his prophetic abilities and deep understanding of fate. He has insights into the truths of Oedipus's past, which are hidden from Oedipus himself. Tiresias ultimately reveals that Oedipus's actions were foretold by the oracle, and his reluctance to disclose this information reflects the tragic nature of Oedipus's destiny.
Who tells Oedipus he is laius's murderer?
Tiresias tells Oedipus he is the murderer of Laius.
What is Oedipus' reaction to Tiresias' prophecy?
Oedipus is outraged at Tiresias' prophecy. He thinks Tiresias is lying to him and was "put up" to telling him that by Creon. Oedipus is so furious with Tiresias, that in the process he pushes Tiresias into making another prophecy (more of a premonition) that Oedipus will be blind.
Why does Oedipus doubt what Teiresias tells him about the identity of Laius' murderer?
He does not know that the person he killed on the road from Corinth was Laius.
What angry accusation does Oedipus make?
When Oedipus asks the blind prophet Tiresias who killed the previous king Laius, Tiresias states that he knows but wishes he didn't. Oedipus furiously accuses Tiresias of the murder of (Oedipus'own father), Laius - whom, of course Oedipus actually killed unknowingly.
How does Tiresias know that Oedipus killed his father?
Tiresias, the blind prophet in "Oedipus Rex," knows that Oedipus killed his father due to his prophetic abilities and deep understanding of fate. He has insights into the truths of Oedipus's past, which are hidden from Oedipus himself. Tiresias ultimately reveals that Oedipus's actions were foretold by the oracle, and his reluctance to disclose this information reflects the tragic nature of Oedipus's destiny.
Who tells Oedipus he is laius's murderer?
Tiresias tells Oedipus he is the murderer of Laius.
How does Oedipus react when he sees Creon for the first time since his conversation with Tiresias?
Oedipus accuses Creon of bribing Tiresias in an effort to take the crown.
Who does Oedipus accuse of killing Laius?
The blind prophet Tiresias who is called by Oedipus to reveal who killed King Laius. When he is hesitant to do so however as the killer is Oedipus, Oedipus jumpsto conclusions assuming that it is he Tiresias who murdered Laius.
How does Oedipus react when Teiresias tells him the truth?
Oedipus doesn't believe Tiresias, even when Tiresias spells the truth out to him; he calls him a liar and claims that he is in league with Creon for the throne.
Why was Oedipus angry with tiereseus?
Oedipus was angry with Tiresias because he perceived the blind prophet's reluctance to reveal the truth about the murder of King Laius as an affront to his authority. Tiresias, knowing that Oedipus himself was the murderer, refused to divulge this information, which fueled Oedipus's frustration and led him to believe that Tiresias was hiding important details. Additionally, Oedipus's anger stemmed from his growing suspicion that Tiresias's insights might undermine his position and challenge his identity as a capable ruler.
Why is Tiresias initially unwilling to tell a Oedipus the truth about the prophecy?
Tiresias is initially unwilling to reveal the truth about the prophecy to Oedipus because he understands the devastating consequences that knowledge can bring. He fears that disclosing the truth will only lead to further pain and suffering for Oedipus and those around him. Additionally, Tiresias recognizes that Oedipus's stubbornness and pride could lead him to reject or react violently to the truth. Ultimately, Tiresias wishes to protect Oedipus from the harsh reality of his fate.
How does Oedipus react when Tiresias tells him that Oedipus himself is the reason for the plague?
When Tiresias reveals to Oedipus that he is the cause of the plague afflicting Thebes, Oedipus reacts with anger and disbelief. He accuses Tiresias of being blind and manipulative, refusing to accept the truth of his own role in the city's suffering. Rather than reflect on Tiresias's words, Oedipus becomes defensive, ultimately leading to a heated confrontation that highlights his tragic flaw of hubris and foreshadows his eventual downfall.
How does Oedipus draw out the knowledge of Tiresias?
He finds that Tiresias is saying that he is the murderer of Lauis and has a deeper darer past that he will find out about.
