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Why is Oedipus cursed in 'Oedipus Rex'?
That he is the latest descendant of a line cursed by the gods is the reason why Oedipus is cursed in "Oedipus Rex" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban King Oedipus is Laius' son, Labdacus' grandson, and Polydorus' great-grandson. Oedipus therefore inherits the divine ill will against Polydorus as well as the curse on all his descendants made by Dionysos, the wine god and Polydorus' first cousin. The gods do not back off from their anger against one individual until they ruin the entire line of descent.
What does Oedipus learn by the end of 'Oedipus Rex'?
That he is abhorrent to, and must be obedient to, gods and to mortals is what Oedipus learns at the end of "Oedipus Rex" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. -- 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Oedipus recognizes that he is immoral in marrying his mother and in having children with her and criminal in killing his father and his king. All three acts, albeit unknowing, are offenses against the gods and all people. Oedipus has neither a personal and professional life nor his sight any more. He therefore must back off from giving orders and learn how to take orders from mortals and follow the orders of the gods.
What character in Oedipus rex challenges the gods with attempted murder?
No character in Oedipus Rex challenges the gods with attempted murder. Oedipus unknowingly killed his father and married his mother as it had been predicted in a prophecy.
What is the chorus' view of Teiresias' accusations against Oedipus in 'Oedipus Rex'?
That they reject it without further evidence is the chorus' view of Teiresias' accusations against Oedipus in "Oedipus Rex" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, the chorus praises the wisdom of Apollo the sun god and Zeus the chief god. They mention the lesser wisdom of prophets such as Teiresias. They therefore do not accept Teiresias' charges that Oedipus is the very killer that all Thebes seek and that the gods want punished.
Why does jocasta commit suicide in Oedipus Rex?
Jocasta commits suicide in Oedipus Rex because she realizes that the prophecies have been fulfilled, and that she has married her own son. In essence, her kids with Oedipus are also her grandchildren.All of the grief associated with this realization makes Jocasta's will to live go away. She kills herself because she doesn't want to deal with reality.For breaking divine and human laws, Jocasta commits suicide in "Oedipus Rex" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. -- 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban Queen Jocasta disrespects the gods by trying to thwart a horrible prophecy about her child and her husband. Subsequently and albeit unknowingly, Jocasta compounds the matter by marrying her own son Oedipus and having children with him. Incest is an offense against the gods, who can consort with whomsoever they please; and against mortals, who are considered blasphemous when they ape the gods. A mortal committing suicide is acceptable to the gods, who consider taking one's life an admission of and apology for misbehavior
Why is Oedipus cursed in 'Oedipus Rex'?
That he is the latest descendant of a line cursed by the gods is the reason why Oedipus is cursed in "Oedipus Rex" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban King Oedipus is Laius' son, Labdacus' grandson, and Polydorus' great-grandson. Oedipus therefore inherits the divine ill will against Polydorus as well as the curse on all his descendants made by Dionysos, the wine god and Polydorus' first cousin. The gods do not back off from their anger against one individual until they ruin the entire line of descent.
What does Oedipus learn by the end of 'Oedipus Rex'?
That he is abhorrent to, and must be obedient to, gods and to mortals is what Oedipus learns at the end of "Oedipus Rex" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. -- 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Oedipus recognizes that he is immoral in marrying his mother and in having children with her and criminal in killing his father and his king. All three acts, albeit unknowing, are offenses against the gods and all people. Oedipus has neither a personal and professional life nor his sight any more. He therefore must back off from giving orders and learn how to take orders from mortals and follow the orders of the gods.
What character in Oedipus rex challenges the gods with attempted murder?
No character in Oedipus Rex challenges the gods with attempted murder. Oedipus unknowingly killed his father and married his mother as it had been predicted in a prophecy.
What is Oedipus' threat when he thinks that Creon is conspiring with Teiresias in 'Oedipus Rex'?
Death is his threat when Oedipus accuses Creon of conspiring with Teiresias in "Oedipus Rex" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban King Oedipus actually is within the limits of the reasonable in the range of his threats. Just the planned overthrow of a king is a serious offense against the gods and mortals, punishable by exile or execution. What is unreasonable is that the choice of which punishment to apply is up to the gods instead of Oedipus, that Creon is not respected in his attempts to defend himself, and that no one else finds the charges at all believable.
What is the chorus' view of Teiresias' accusations against Oedipus in 'Oedipus Rex'?
That they reject it without further evidence is the chorus' view of Teiresias' accusations against Oedipus in "Oedipus Rex" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, the chorus praises the wisdom of Apollo the sun god and Zeus the chief god. They mention the lesser wisdom of prophets such as Teiresias. They therefore do not accept Teiresias' charges that Oedipus is the very killer that all Thebes seek and that the gods want punished.
Why does jocasta commit suicide in Oedipus Rex?
Jocasta commits suicide in Oedipus Rex because she realizes that the prophecies have been fulfilled, and that she has married her own son. In essence, her kids with Oedipus are also her grandchildren.All of the grief associated with this realization makes Jocasta's will to live go away. She kills herself because she doesn't want to deal with reality.For breaking divine and human laws, Jocasta commits suicide in "Oedipus Rex" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. -- 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban Queen Jocasta disrespects the gods by trying to thwart a horrible prophecy about her child and her husband. Subsequently and albeit unknowingly, Jocasta compounds the matter by marrying her own son Oedipus and having children with him. Incest is an offense against the gods, who can consort with whomsoever they please; and against mortals, who are considered blasphemous when they ape the gods. A mortal committing suicide is acceptable to the gods, who consider taking one's life an admission of and apology for misbehavior
What are the summaries of the odes in 'Oedipus Rex'?
Divine assistance, Oedipus' possible criminal past, divine punishment and Oedipus' fate are summaries of the odes in "Oedipus Rex" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, the ode at the end of the prologue asks for help from the gods in ending the pestilence. The ode at the end of Theban King Oedipus' interaction with Teiresias the blind prophet asks how charges of murder are possible against Oedipus, the savior of Thebes. The ode at the end of Oedipus' first interaction with his wife Queen Jocasta discusses the flaws for which mortals are punished by the gods. The ode after Jocasta's suicide and Oedipus' self-blinding expresses the wish that a man as unlucky as Oedipus never had been born.
What goes against Oedipus in 'Oedipus Rex'?
It is fate, the gods, oracles, prophets and very poor decision making that go against Oedipus in "Oedipus Rex" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, the gods are determined that the custom designed fate that each human receives is carried out. They brook no input or interference from humans who dislike the hand that they are dealt. But the situation is not helped when understandably panic stricken humans do not make the best of choice. For example, Oedipus makes the decision to kill an older version of himself and to marry an older woman all the while that he seeks to subvert his fate as his father's killer and his mother's husband.
What does Oedipus do to defy the will of the gods in 'Oedipus Rex'?
Run away from home is what Oedipus does to defy the will of the gods in "Oedipus Rex" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Oedipus hears the prophecy that he will kill his father and marry his mother. He is horrified and repelled at the thought of murder and incest. He loves his presumed parents, Corinthian monarchs Polybus and Merope. He makes the decision to outrun fate and outwit the gods by moving well away from Corinth.
Why does Oedipus believe that Creon is plotting against him in 'Oedipus Rex'?
That he does not understand who else benefits from a treasonous charge is the reason why Oedipus believes that Creon is plotting against him in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Teiresias the blind prophet announces that Theban King Oedipus is the criminal sought by the gods and all Thebes for killing King Laius. Oedipus does not remember killing let alone even meeting his supposed victim. But he feels that the charge benefits his brother-in-law Creon, who can grab all the royal powers for himself if Oedipus is overthrown.
Does Oedipus deserve his fate in 'Oedipus Rex'?
No, Oedipus does not deserve his fate in "Oedipus Rex" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, his fate is to kill his father and marry his mother. He does what he can to avoid offending mortals and blaspheming the gods. But he cannot escape the gods, who do not let up once they decide to pick on someone.
What ethical position or worldview does Creon imply when he speaks to Oedipus in 'Oedipus Rex'?
Rules for life in the world are set by the gods and human behavior that is not adjusted accordingly is punished are the respective ethical position and worldview implied by Creon when he speaks with Oedipus in "Oedipus Rex" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Creon has three conversations with Theban King Oedipus, his brother-in-law and nephew. In the first, he brings up the Apolline solution to the pestilence in Thebes. In the second, he defends himself against allegations of conspiracy with Teiresias the blind prophet to commit treason against Oedipus. In the third, he meets with the disgraced Oedipus to discuss the future. In all three cases, he seeks to know what offends the gods and what can be done in the way of atonement, behavior modification or punishment to get back in their good graces.
