Exile, incest, blinding guilt… just another day in the life of Oedipus.
The story of Oedipus is one that has captivated audiences throughout the centuries. It tells the legendary tale of a man who unknowingly kills his father and marries his own mother. Although the tragedy of his choices haunts him throughout his life, it is ultimately what propels him on a journey to discover who he truly is. Originally written by Sophocles in the 5th century BC, Oedipus' chilling destiny continues to draw people from around the world to reflect upon our complex relationships with fate, family and identity.
The story of Oedipus, one of the most famous tales from Greek mythology, tells a haunting narrative of fate and inevitability. After being separated from his parents at birth, Oedipus fulfils a twisted prophecy and unknowingly kills his father and marries his mother. Through his self-fulfilling actions, Oedipus pays for his hubris with terrible consequences as he is plagued by both guilt and revulsion. The story of Oedipus serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of pride and egotism coupled with naiveté, making it an enduring classic and still relevant today.
Here is a link to the conversation between Dr Anastasios Gaitanidis and Dr Maria Kempinska regarding the myth of Oedipus and its contemporary relevance.