The Story of Oedipus: the King of Thebes
The video explores the tragic tale of Oedipus, a Greek king destined to fulfill a dreadful prophecy. Born to a king and queen, his life began with a dark prophecy that he would bring ruin to his family. After being abandoned as a baby, he grew up in Corinth, only to learn of another prophecy. Determined to evade his fate, he encountered the Sphinx, solved its riddle, and became King of Thebes. Yet, as a devastating plague struck Thebes, Oedipus embarked on a relentless quest to uncover the truth, ultimately leading to his shocking realization and a grim destiny.
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