Oedipus

Oedipus is a tragic figure. He is a great model of a tragic hero and fits most of the characteristics. His downfall like that of other tragic heroes is due to his own actions and an error on his part. His downfall draws pity from the audience and he is wounded by his experience both physically and mentally. Oedipus also is a leader and his tragic flaw affects his family and kingdom. Like other tragic heroes Oedipus does learn something from his mistake exclaiming "Listen to me, and do not be afraid/for this disease infects no one but me"(1671-1672) and the whole experience seems almost as though by divine intervention. To look at characteristics of a tragic hero you can check out the link.

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