Oedipus Rexs Tereisias Brings

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to reveal to the reader the downfalls in Oedipus’ life that will soon occur because of his quest to know his fate. The character of Teiresias demonstrates the use of foreshadowing in order for the reader to be aware of Oedipus’ fate.You can not see the wretchedness of your life, Nor in whose house you live, no, nor with whom. Where are your father and mother? Can you tell me? You do not even know the blind wrongs that you have done them, on earth and in the world below. But the double lash of your parents’ curse will whip you out of this land some day, with only night upon your precious eyes. Your cries then—where will they not be heard? Sophocles, 403-410This passage foreshadows the destruction and misery that will be a part of Oedipus’ life soon. Teiresias also foreshadows the self-mutilation and destruction of Oedipus. The following quotation clearly displays the use of foreshadowing by Teiresias, “…with only night upon your precious ...

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as Teiresias is telling Oedipus that even though he can see physically he is blinded by his quest to know the truth of his life. Teiresias tells Oedipus that he cannot see the torment that is a part of Oedipus’ life. Teiresias reveals to the reader that to see physically does not mean that you can see mentally, as Oedipus clearly displays towards his past and his fate.Dramatic irony is used to provide the reader with some relief, perhaps comical, through the use of knowledge from one character or even the reader that another character is oblivious to which, in turn, creates an ironic situation or atmosphere. Irony is displayed throughout Oedipus Rex and is ultimately displayed by ...

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