So Oedipus solved the riddle of the spinx, so the spinx flew up and became a stutue. We are supposed to believe that the reason for oedipus being let in is because of his problem solving skills, but he is the rightful heir. Maybe the sphinx just knew that oedipus was the right person to let rule. Would interpreting that scene differently change the theme of the play. I say no because if there is a chunk about predestination, oedipus was at birth predestined for the throne.
Posted by shar0243 at February 1, 2005 10:36 PMThat's an interestign way to look at it. That Oedipus was meant to rule and he was goign to do so one way or another. I find it interesting reading literature such as this, where there is a polytheist society. So much of what goes on is already predetermined by the gods. You take a very interesting standpoint.
Posted by: Sean at February 2, 2005 12:26 PMHi Sean, sorry this blog isn't on your account but I was having trouble setting up a blog id for you page. Anyway, I like your idea of proving that even the mightiest and most perfect can fall. I think that was a vital theme and also a satisfying theme, for me I like the idea of the perfect family, not being quite perfect having some secert that tarnishes thier perfect reputation.
Posted by: jennifer sharpe at February 2, 2005 08:28 PM