Oedipus Rex or Oedipus the King
Who is to blame for the tragedy that befalls Oedipus?
What moment(s) led to his inevitable downfall?
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What moment(s) led to his inevitable downfall?
If you consider that the Gods are all powerful, it is the fault of Oedipus to challenge his fate. Oedipus, however, remains a sympathetic character because he dares to declare his own freedom from the bondage of his fate.