Oedipus Rex or Oedipus the King
5. Oedipus' attempt to avoid fulfillment of the oracle is an example of his deliberate and thoughtful action. Confronted with Apollo's terrible prophecy, he exiles himself from Corinth forever and later marries Jocasta, thus conclusively nullifying the or
Oedipus' attempt to avoid fulfillment of the oracle is an example of his deliberate and thoughtful action. Confronted with Apollo's terrible prophecy, he exiles himself from Corinth forever and later marries Jocasta, thus conclusively nullifying the oracle's prediction about his marriage. He presents the oracle with a fait accompli, his characteristic response to any situation.” Find other instances of actions that show Oedipus' character in the play, and consider whether free will as we think of it is operating in the scenes involved.