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In Oedipus, what does Jocasta have to say about oracles and prophecy? Why do you think she expresses this attitude? How do her views differ from those of the chorus?

In Episode 2 and Stasimon 2 of Oedipus, what does Oedipus accuse Creon of, and how does Creon defend himself? 

What does the name "Oedipus Rex" mean/stand for? What is the definition of that name?

What is the significance of the Herdsman's multiple roles in Oedipus Rex?

How does Oedipus react when Tiresias refuses to speak in Episode 1 and Stasimon 1?

What are the functions of the Chorus and the Choragos in Oedipus Rex?

What is Tiresias's role in Oedipus?

What is the conflict in Oedipus?

How can I write a good thesis statement on how Sophocles's Oedipus exemplifies or refutes Aristotle's definition of a tragic hero?

What was Oedipus's tragic flaw?

Why does Oedipus criticize the Thebans in regard to King Laius's murder?

What criteria makes Oedipus Aristotle's ideal tragic hero?

What was the oracle about Oedipus in Greek mythology?

What is the situation in Thebes as Oedipus begins? Why does Oedipus want to discover the murderer of Laius?

From what action does Oedipus’s fame come?

What is Jocasta's hamartia?

Examine some of the social/cultural conditions in Athens that may have prompted Sophocles to create Oedipus the King.

Need help understanding this quote & question Hey, I'm having some trouble undestanding this question can anyone help me?   "Fate, for Sophocles is not something essentially outside man, but something inherent in his character and yet transcendent as well" How does the play illuminate this idea of fate?

How does the prospect of a state of death influence Oedipus in Oedipus Rex. Examples and quotes would be helpful. Was Oedipus afraid of going to Hell? Hell isn't mentioned too often so I'm not particularly sure.