Topic > Compare and Contrast Oedipus and Sophocles - 996
Sincerely caring for his people, he wishes to improve the lives of Thebes by revealing the death of Laius, which means that if he solves the problem, he will become a hero. He enlists the help of his brother-in-law, Creon, and brings Tiresias, the blind prophet who can see from Apollo's eyes, to answer Oedipus' concerns. Unfortunately, Oedipus has several weaknesses that lead to the results. He fears rebellion, subverts laws when scared, and refuses to listen to others when angry. He accuses Creon as a traitor when Tiresias indicates that he is the murderer and even wants Creon to die. Him
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