Oedipus was without doubt a wise man, for he had solved the riddle of the Sphinx and saved Thebes. The priest verbalizes his and the citizens of Thebes’ respect of Oedipus’ intellect with his request, “You are not one of the immortal gods, we know; yet we have come to you to make our prayer As to the man of all men best in adversity and wisest in the ways of God” (Sophocles 975). The citizens of Thebes know of Oedipus’ intelligence, and they need him to rid Thebes of the destruction that threatens the city.

Oedipus’ most impressive trait was his strong will. His will is so strong that he never gives up the search for the truth even though Iokaste begs, “Listen to me, I beg you: do not do this thing (998). Odeipus’ strong will allows him to continue the search, even though his wife was begging him to stop. Oedipus declares that the curse he cast on anyone who is the murderer also applies to him. Nevertheless, just as with his pride, Oedipus had an excess amount of will.

Another of King Oedipus’ character traits appeared to be his pride. During the play Oedipus shows a great deal of pride as he describes, Whether you come in dread, or crave some blessing: Tell me and never doubt that I will help you in every way I can ...” (974). Oedipus believes that he can do almost anything he sets his mind too. He proved it when he solved the riddle of the Sphinx. Now, Oedipus must solve the murder of Laios and bring them to justice.

ebes believe Oedipus to be intelligent, but Oedipus believes, himself to having a better mind. Oedipus diplays his in

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