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Describe the condition of the people of thebes as the play begins?
The people of Thebes have been stricken by plague at the beginning of the play. The city is dying and the people are begging Oedipus to save them.
What is Oedipus's vow to the people of Thebes?
Oedipus vows to avenge Laius' death, and to lay a curse on and drive the murderer from Thebes.
Why did the citizens fo Thebes not investigate Laius' murder at the time it occured?
the people of Thebes were too worried about the Sphinx. they were being plagued
What do the people of Thebes want Oedipus to do for them in 'Oedipus Rex'?
End the pestilence is what the people of Thebes want Oedipus to do for them in "Oedipus Rex" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, children are born dead or die shortly after birth, crops are failing, and livestock are ailing. Oedipus is the King of Thebes and the victor over the monstrous Sphinx. The people of Thebes seek Oedipus' help in preventing once again the destruction of all life in their city.
How did Oedipus' encounter with the sphinx save thebes?
Oedipus answered the sphinx's riddle and sphinx killed herself. Once the sphinx was gone the people of Thebes were safe.
What are the people of Thebes called?
The people of Thebes are known as Thebans.
What is the Opedipus Complex?
Oedipus was a mythic king of Thebes. it was foretold that he would kill his father and marry his mother, thus bringing ruin to his whole family. So, an Oedipus Complex is one in which you have feelings for your mother that go beyond the typical maternal relationship.
Describe the condition of the people of thebes as the play begins?
The people of Thebes have been stricken by plague at the beginning of the play. The city is dying and the people are begging Oedipus to save them.
What did the sphinx demand of the people of thebes?
the young
What is Oedipus's vow to the people of Thebes?
Oedipus vows to avenge Laius' death, and to lay a curse on and drive the murderer from Thebes.
What tax did the people of Thebes pay the Sphinx?
The people of Thebes had to pay a toll to the Sphinx before they could pass. If they failed to answer her riddle correctly, they would be killed.
Why were pharaohs' tombs built near Thebes?
Well, the reason why they built them near Thebes was to remind people that Pharaohs had extraordinary powers.
Why did the citizens fo Thebes not investigate Laius' murder at the time it occured?
the people of Thebes were too worried about the Sphinx. they were being plagued
What do the people of Thebes want Oedipus to do for them in 'Oedipus Rex'?
End the pestilence is what the people of Thebes want Oedipus to do for them in "Oedipus Rex" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, children are born dead or die shortly after birth, crops are failing, and livestock are ailing. Oedipus is the King of Thebes and the victor over the monstrous Sphinx. The people of Thebes seek Oedipus' help in preventing once again the destruction of all life in their city.
How did Oedipus' encounter with the sphinx save thebes?
Oedipus answered the sphinx's riddle and sphinx killed herself. Once the sphinx was gone the people of Thebes were safe.
Where is the Thebes Historical Society in Thebes Illinois located?
The address of the Thebes Historical Society is: 24995 Diswood Road, Thebes, IL 62990
What are facts about Thebes ancient Greece?
Thebes is a bustling market town. Thebes is known for its products and wars. Thebes was the birth place of Hercules.
