One of Oedipus’ greatest qualities as a leader was his ability to solve problems. The reason that Oedipus, not even a native of Thebes, became the king of that land was due to the great intelligence and strength shown in his defeat of the Sphinx. He was able to save the Thebans from that problem, so when the city again needs help, Oedipus is very willing to show his strength again. Oedipus’ vanity in his …showed first 75 words of 580 total…

…showed last 75 words of 580 total…Oedipus, the great problem solver. After a death of a king, you would think that the people would want revenge on the murderer, or at least know who did it. Also, Oedipus has reigned for so long, wouldn’t he have asked his wife a few questions about the previous king, or how he died. Perhaps Oedipus was too caught up in his own newly gained position, that he was shadowed by his own excitement.