Examples Of Prophecies In Oedipus The King

Although many would say that prophecies cannot be changed, Oedipus does his best throughout the story to avoid his from occurring, a noble pursuit that is done to protect himself and his loved ones.

Oedipus is careful to avoid anything that could trigger his prophecy. There are many occasions in which he shows the steps that he has taken to prevent this from happening. At one point, while telling Jocasta about his prophecy, he explains that he may “never set foot on native land. Else [he] is doomed to couple with [his] mother and cut [his] father down” (205). This shows the reader that Oedipus has been in constant worry over the dangers that he poses to himself and his parents. He has ultimately decided to steer clear of his homeland, so as