Fate — definition?
Predetermined, unavoidable future events.
Fate — definition?
Predetermined, unavoidable future events.
Prophecies — influence?
Shape characters’ actions, often causing self-fulfillment.
Free Will — role?
Allows human choices independent of fate.
Gods — role?
Determine fate and influence human destiny.
Prophecy — influence?
Can cause self-fulfilling actions.
Blindness — metaphor?
Ignorance of truth or destiny.
Determinism vs. Agency?
Fate controls or humans decide actions.
Guilt — dilemma?
Responsibility despite divine plans.
Oedipus — fate or choice?
Both: prophecy and personal decisions.
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1. What does the concept of 'Fate' mean in the context of Greek tragedy?
2. In Sophocles' play, what is exemplified by Tiresias being physically blind but spiritually insightful?
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