Knowledge in Oedipus the King In Oedipus the King the knowledge that some characters in the play possess is very crucial in developing the plot. The knowledge in the play is the basic foundation of Oedipus’ future, either to remain as the King of Thebes or to be sentenced to death or exile forever. The ironic outcome of the play is tragic. One mans attempt to escape his unfortunate fate leads him into the hands …showed first 75 words of 844 total…

…showed last 75 words of 844 total…who Oedipus was, Jocasta would have still been alive and Oedipus would have not have to live the rest of his life in suffering and pain exiled from the city he loves. But then again they would have never gotten red of the plague in Thebes. Oedipus’ fate could never have been changed, if something is meant to happen it will find a way to happen. But the knowledge of it made it more effective.