Oedipus is presented to the readers as a man who represents great power, strength, and responsibility to the land of Thebes. Although he cannot seem to rid the tragedy that has caused his land, he is ran by his emotions and desire to know his own truth. He is an honest man of justice, and does not take pity on himself for punishment of his own crime. Thus, he accepts his fate and leaves the land he was once a great ruler of. A man of strength and power of his people, Oedipus faces several trials of insight, truth, and pride while in throne at Thebes.
The thought and idea of clear vision is used as an image for learning and insight. The reference to clear vision and insight in this type of play pose as a reference to firm and figurative blindness.
The thought and idea of clear vision is used as an image for learning and insight. The reference to clear vision and insight in this type of play pose as a reference to firm and figurative blindness.