In order
to understand the nature of your question about 's , let us first look at
the definition of a foil: a "character that contrasts with another character, usually the ,
to emphasize the other character's traits" (
In this case, , the foil, contrasts with , the protagonist, to emphasize the latter's character
traits. The most striking example of this is the way each character reacts to negative
accusations.
In the play, Oedipus is the King of Thebes. He is shown to be
reckless and bold with his actions and words. When news comes from the oracle about the cause
and potential cure of the Theban plague, Creon asks if he would like to hear the news in
private. Oedipus, wanting to show his people that he is a prideful and valiant ruler, tells him
to "[s]peak forth to all." He publicly vows to find Laius's murderer in order to end
his people's suffering. At this point in the play, he seems honorable: he is quick to action
when his...
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