Oedipus: Tragic Flaw

Tragic Flaw

Weakness of character that contributes to the character’s downfall

Pride – thought he could change his fate Krista, Sarah, Courtney

• P21: To Creon – Oedipus says that Oedipus will not be found a murderer
• P3: To Thebes – everyone could be guilty, but Oedipus is not
• P?: Thought he could change is fate by running away from Corinth
• P16: To Tiresias – Oedipus takes pride in his ability to solve riddles & doesn’t care if it is his ruin
• Refuses to believe that he is not the prince of Corinth
• Kills Laius (smites) out of pride because Laius would not give way

Anger Chris, Perry, Aaron

Carelessness – did not do enough to avoid his fate Angie, Katie, Dana

Impulsiveness/rashness – acts on emotion Andrew, Kristin

Ignorance Kyle, Daidre

posted by Jeffrey @ Wednesday, January 25, 2006