The in represents the
Theban elders. The 's interest lies purely in protecting the city;
and with this interest in mind, the chorus shows great respect and admiration for their king, ,
and also great reverence for the gods. Also, with the interests of the city in mind, they
serve the role of portraying a far greater
understanding of humanity than Oedipus does.
In each ode, the
chorus shows either great reverence for the gods or great respect for Oedipus. The chorus is
well aware that the citizens of Thebes need the gods' protection in order to be healed from
their current plague. The chorus portrays its belief in the gods' power and calls on the gods to
use their power to heal the city, as we see...
Saturday, November 10, 2012
What is the role or function of the Chorus in Sophocles' Oedipus Rex?
Tamara K. H.
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