Comparing The Quran And Oedipus The King

The Quran and Oedipus the King also known as Oedipus Rex are two well written pieces of work. The Quran, is the last sentiment of God to many, is not just a piece of writing, but a way of life describe in a book. The Oedipus Rex is a complex work that tells a tale, but also sheds a light on how modern day people are. Both works are still relevant to today’s modern times. The Quran was established into an original book many centuries ago, it still have relevance in present time. The Quran is the last revealed world of God. The Quran is viewed daily by those who are Islamic. As long as the religion Islam is alive the Quran will remain surfaced. It is the main source of Islamic faith and religious practices. The Quran deals with many chapters
The theme seems to be about human pride. Oedipus arrogantly says to the Chorus, “You pray to the Gods? Let me grant your prayers” (Oedipus the King), it clearly shows how he saw himself, someone higher than the Gods.. Throughout the entire work Oedipus thought that he could resolve the plague of Thebes. Even though Oedipus tried to solve the plague, he did not realize that he himself was the problem. He failed to realize that he was the problem. He lacked knowledge, which was another down fall of Oedipus. Oedipus seemed not to know himself, yet he seemed pretty sure of himself. For example, current day the USA is in debt. The government believes they can solve the problem by raising the cost for Americans, or spending more to try to get back more, but they do not realize that doing certain things like that actually hinder America, and fail to see they are the cause of the problem instead of being a part of the solution. The message in Oedipus the King will always relate to human in current day, because no one is perfect, we all have flaws. It can also go to say that pride or ego can blind