English Literature paper on Oedipus Rex

sbaker4545 1 / -

Dec 6, 2012 #1

We have to choose a possible controversy in Oedipus Rex and take a stance on it, and have three pieces of evidence.

Topic: Did Sophocles in fact write just a tale of the tragedy of a good man, or is it actually a lesson to all of mankind?

(The lesson being that Oedipus couldn't outwit the gods)

Three pieces of evidence: Religion, preordained destiny, and the responsibilty of others.

I have my doubts on making this work, any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

undidiamaka 4 / 9

Dec 15, 2012 #2

I do not understand what you try to say here!!

Sarahk123 - / 1

Nov 10, 2013 #3

Oedipus?? Research Paper

According to critic E.R. Dodds, "Oedipus is great, not in virtue of a great worldly position for his worldly position is an illusion which will vanish like a dream but in virtue of his inner strength: strength to pursue the truth at whatever personal cost, and strength to accept and endure it when found."

Need to either agree or disagree with this, and explain why. This is for a research paper. Need to add quotes as well involved... any help? thank you!

Hgly 2 / 6

Nov 22, 2013 #4

Oedipus is a great man because some reasons
1. Firstly, he is a man of noble stature
2. Secondly, He is a good person and his downfall results from his committing of an act of injustice through ignorance. He is still responsible for his wrong action.

Generally, he has no choice. Everything starts from fate. He knows nothing.