In Sophocles's view, what role do the gods play in man's destiny? I am also supposed to reference the chorus and their view on the order of the...

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argue thatviews the gods as in complete control of a mans destiny. The prophecy from the gods
drives the entire play. Whilespend their lives trying to defy it or prove it wrong, every one of
their actions actually perpetuates the prophecy; it is impossible to escape. Even so,believes he
can escape it and take matters into his own hands. When he first learns the curse on Thebes is
related to Laiuss murder, he takes it upon himself to solve Thebes's problems rather than seek
the help of the gods. Later, when he starts to...