Who Is Oedipus Rex?

Oedipus Rex revolves around the main character Oedipus, king of Thebes, who represents major ironies and controversies within the story. The previous ruler of Thebes and father of Oedipus is Laius, who accidentally was killed by Oedipus. The wife of both Laius and Oedipus is Jocasta, who ironically is also Oedipus’ mother. Creon, Oedipus’ brother in law, stands as the messenger to the gods and Oedipus’ close friend. Teiresias is the blind prophet who reveals the truths of Oedipus’ life to himself, his family, and the citizens of Thebes. Polybus and Merope stand as false father and mother of Oedipus respectively in the story. The old shepherd acts as a second prophet who provides major plot points that lead to the final resolution. The final