Oedipus the King, by Sophocles
Title: Oedipus the King, by Sophocles
Category: Arts & Humanities / Theater
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Oedipus the King, by Sophocles
The Mysteries of Fate
Among the first thing a historian discovers in his study of early civilization are records of
people's belief, or faith, in powers greater than themselves, and their desire to understand what causes
these powers to act. People everywhere wonder about the marvelous things in the sky and on the earth.
What makes the rain? How do the plants and animals live and grow and die? Why are some people lucky
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the creation of the world. From this Greek tragedy, I learned more about their manners, customs and
ideals. I've grown to appreciate their love of beauty, their joy and laughter, as well as the sorrows they
experienced in life. I also realized how great of power destiny and fate have over free will. The moral of
this play I learned is that if it's destined, it will sooner or later happen!
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