Use of Irony in Oedipus Rex by Sophocles.

Use of Irony in Oedipus Rex by Sophocles.
Irony is a basic part of the very theme of the drama of Oedipus Rex .The behavior of Oedipus is ironic, because he is not capable to grasp the truth that is being unrevealed before his eyes. Sophocles uses various types of irony in this play. Such as
#Dramatic Irony
#situational Irony
#Verbal Irony
#Tragic Irony

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2. Use of irony in Oedipus Rex 2

3. A surprise!!!!! It is the difference between what we expect to happen, and what actually does happen. It is difference between appearance and reality. 3 What is Irony ?

4. Irony Verbal Irony Situational Irony Dramatic Irony Types Of Irony 4

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6. Dramatic Irony when the reader or audience knows something important that a character in a story or drama does not know. This is used to engage the audience and keep them actively involved in storyline. 6

7. Dramatic Irony in Oedipus Rex Oedipus said : “I did not think it fit that I should hear Of this from messengers but came myself, I oedipus whom all men call the great.” The prophet teiresias says : 'I say you know not in what worst of shame You live together with those nearest you, And see not in what evil plight you stand .' 7

8. Verbal Irony Verbal irony occurs when a character speaks of a situation or person in which he or she believes is the truth however the audience knows that they are not. 8

9. Verbal Irony In Oedipus Rex For example: Oedipus believes that he escape from Unknowingly Oedipus cursed himself multiple times and declared punishment. The relationship between Oedipus and Jocasta. 9

10. Situational Irony When a situation turns out to be the opposite of what you thought it would be. Oedipus curse becomes true. Prophecy becomes true. Oedipus murdered own father & Oedipus marrying his mother . Oedipus becomes the false king. 10

11. Tragic Irony Tragic irony is when a character’s actions lead to a tragic result. Tragic irony is shown by the character’s actions. Tragic irony in Oedipus rex:- Conversation between Oedipus and Tiresias. Conversation between Jocasta and Oedipus. Oedipus blinded himself and go to exile. 11

12. 12 If unexpected by a character , it’s dramatic . If unexpected by everyone , it’s situational . If it’s sarcasm , it’s verbal . Review

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