What qualities are dominant in Oedipus ?

I would
say that one of ' most dominant qualities would be his commitment and his belief in his own
authenticity.  Throughout the narrative, there is little ambivalence in Oedipus.  He sees
reality through a prism where his action is always absolute.  While the creeping rumors and
insinuations about his own background might be present, he is resolute.  While ' prophecies
might be elusive and ambiguous, Oedipus is strong in his convictions.  There is a belief and
dominance that represents his own sense of beliefs.  Even when he is confronted with the
horrific truth of his own life, he fails to be vague in his actions.  Understanding that he has
committed a rather unspeakable act and that his position as King is no longer tenable, his self
exile followed by his removal of his own eyes both represents a sense of strength.  The will
required to do both demand an absolute certainty in action, something that he represents in
different forms throughout the drama.