Fate predetermined all events and was unchangeable according to ancient Greek beliefs. The document discusses the role of destiny in Oedipus Rex, where it was Oedipus' fate to kill his father and marry his mother. This destiny led to his downfall as he lost his power and senses upon realizing his fate. Destiny also played a role in the character of Jocasta.

1. The Role of Destiny Presented by Bhatt Vidhi M.A. 1 Roll No:05 2010-11

2. The Role of Destiny in Oedipus Rex What is Fate? According to ancient Greek belief, the word of God was Fate, and fate was the word of God. Therefore every event that ever happened was predetermined and unchangeable. Fate plays a large role in the rise and fall of the protagonists.

4. “You’ve lost your power, stone – blind, stone – deaf – senses, eyes blind as stone!”