In the tragic story of Oedipus Rex, by the author, Sophocles, a man with the name Oedipus seeks to save his city named Thebes, which he is the ruler of, by finding his own identity, yet to realize a treble fate is upon him. The Citizens of Thebes begs their king Oedipus for help dealing with the plague which casts a shoadow over Thebes. Back when the former king was murdered, Oedipus has dealt with the monstrous, terrifying Sphinx. Trying to find out who murdered Laius, Oedipus sent Creon to the oracle of Delphi to get help from Apollo. In short, Creon arrives from Delphi and says that the oracle said “find the former king's murderer.” Having this in mind, Oedipus seeks info regarding who killed Laius. To aid his help, Oedipus sends for Tiresias, …show more content…
Due to the current events, people are doubting the oracle and gods. A herald from Corinth arrives and tells Jocasta about Polybus’ death. Likewise, corinthians want Oedipus to be their king because they believe Polybus is Oedipus’ father. Oedipus finds out Polybus being dead and he didn’t kill him. Oedipus still fears the prophecy because of Meropi still being around. The Herald tells Oedipus that Polybus and Meropi are not his actual parents. He then testifies to Oedipus’ identity because He knows of Oedipus’ infant life. Jocasta feels horror and dread because of what Herald says. She realizes the truth of Oedipus’ identity and wants to protect him. Herald then identifies the Shepherd. The Shepherd reluctantly shares past events about Oedipus’ real parents. The moment of the real truth has arrived. After the information has been revealed from the darkness, the chorus reacts with pity over the luckless Oedipus. Knowing this, Jocasta hangs herself. Once he found out about Jocasta, Oedipus stabs out his