Macbeth/Oedipus
Compare and Contrast
the Tragic Flaw(s) of
Macbeth and Oedipus
Macbeth visualized himself as a forceful, powerful
ruler who begins the trilogy in absolute control of the
situation. As the story progresses, however , Macbeths'
power and pride are broken down because he made it his
destiny. As for Oedipus, he was a pitiful man who has been
crushed by the avenging gods and fate. He seems to be a
wiser, soberer man, rising majestically above his
misfortunes.
When Oedipus the king begins, Oedipus exhibits wisdom,
love for his children and his subjects, and a reputation for
high moral standards. He has a passion for truth, and shows
courage in the face of disaster or conflict. These same
noble qualities, however, also lead to his inevitable tragic
downfall. His wisdom becomes self-righteousness, and he
refuses to see that he's married his own mother.
Macbeth, with a distinct character than Oedipus,
possessed his impure wisdom from Lady Macbeth. He had no......
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