Oedipus threatens Tiresias's life from "summary" of Oedipus the King (Oedipus Rex) by Evangelinus Apostolides Sophocles
Oedipus, in a fit of anger, threatens Tiresias with harm if he does not provide answers as to the cause of the plague. The King uses his position of authority to try to intimidate the soothsayer, but ultimately fails.- Oedipus was so angry that he threatened to take the life of an esteemed older man. He shouted and waved his arm, making it apparent that he meant every word of the threat against Tiresias.
- The King's fury overpowered any possible thought of mercy, as he pointed in Tiresias' direction while shouting lifethreatenig statements.
- In a fit of rage, the monarch had no hesitation to raise his voice with horrific words; threatening to send the wise man from this world, forever.
- With great hostility, the leader declared his will for the death of Tiresais, unafraid of what the consequences may bring.
- It seemed like the ruler lost control of his emotions, making a proclamation of execution while his powerful demeanor kept all others silent.
- Seeing only red in his eyes and willing to go to whatever degree of anger possible, the powerful one demanded the termination of Tiresias' existence.
- The power holder openly challenged an elder who was highly respected by others, determined to execute his plan despite anyone else's opinions.
