In this world there is an uncontrollable force that creates a path for each individual to follow. This path is known as fate and it is an irreversible fact of life. In one of the greatest Greek tragedies, Oedipus the King, Oedipus attempts to alter his own fate to avoid the horrific destiny planned for him. However, Oedipus’ various attempts to create his own future against fate’s will are unsuccessful. On the other hand, …showed first 75 words of 693 total…

…showed last 75 words of 693 total…fate hands him the crown he accepts it with open arms. He knows that this is better than challenging his destiny because he realizes that it is a predestined force. Even if he attempted to avoid it, it would still occur. In spite of the fact that Creon is a secondary character in the play, he is still important because he helps to represent the theme that fate is predetermined and it cannot be escaped.