Oedipus Rex Questions on Justice

Oedipus Rex

In "Oedipus Rex," the concept and pursuit of justice are central themes. Oedipus seeks to bring justice to Thebes by finding King Laius's murderer, unaware that he himself is the culprit. His...

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Oedipus Rex

The chorus in Greek plays served several purposes. This group of around twelve men in masks sometimes played small roles, sang and danced, and served as a group of citizens. In the case of the...

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Oedipus Rex

After the long prayer by the Chorus, King Oedipus responds with great emotion and intensity. He states that when whoever murdered King Laius is caught, he will be murdered or exiled; moreover, in...

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Oedipus Rex

The most distinct example of power creating justice from this play comes in the murder of Oedipus father. For as long as Oedipus possesses power, his actions on the road to Thebes remain justified...

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Oedipus Rex

In response to the Thebans lamenting and prayers because of the famine and plague, Oedipus sends Creon to the Oracle at Delphi. Creon reports back that the gods have unleashed a plague in reaction...

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