what has been happening in Thebes that brings all members of the community to Oedipus's palace for answers

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what has been happening in Thebes that brings all members of the community to Oedipus's palace for answers

2007-09-04 06:04:18 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Mythology & Folklore

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Thebes succumbs to a vile plague, which kills animals, children and crops alike. Oedipus, the king, promises to save his city. Plagues are caused by pollution which is caused by sin - and only the god can reveal its cause. Thus Oedipus sends his brother-in-law Creon to consult the oracle at Delphi once more: the god's answer is that the plague is caused by an unpunished murder - that of the former ruler, Laius.

2007-09-04 06:34:37 · answer #1 · answered by phrog 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

I thought Thebes was deserted...

But if this is homework, try reading the story and see why everyone is heading to the palace.

2007-09-04 06:08:27 · answer #2 · answered by Pirate AM™ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋