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... This premise directly relates to the instance of Oedipus, from Sophocles Oedipus the King, one can clearly envision this parallel to Oedipus’ character flaws. Oedipus possesses many characteristics that primarily structure his down fall obliging his ill-fated demise. The defining characteristics of pride, short-temper and determination can be attributed to Oedipus’ downfall where he becomes the sole architect of his tragic fall.
Oedipus becomes induced to notions of pride when he decides that he is inferior and flawless amongst others. ... Oedipus is barred from seeing the truth. As other events occur, Oedipus’ eyes are slowly exposed to the tragedy that has taken place. ...
One of the characteristics that Oedipus possesses that bring about problems is his short temper. ... Oedipus’ becomes rather angry when he hears from the prophet Tiresias, “You are the murderer, you are the unholy defilement of this land.
Approximate Word count = 675
Approximate Pages = 2.7
(250 words per page double spaced)
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