Oedipus Rex

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How dreadful knowledge of the truth can be When there’s no help in truth!

— Sophocles

A small paper boat drifting on green water among floating dice. — Original artwork

Fear? What has a man to do with fear? Chance rules our lives, and the future is all unknown. Best live as we may, from day to day.

Sophocles

A narrow upright pane of clear glass stands beside a small white flower and mossy stone against a grey background. — Original artwork

How dreadful knowledge of the truth can be When there’s no help in truth!

Sophocles

Painterly open worn suitcase containing a swirling dark storm cloud. — Original artwork

The greatest griefs are those we cause ourselves.

Sophocles

A small amber glass hourglass containing a pale curled swirl on a charcoal and amber background. — Original artwork

Time eases all things.

Sophocles

An old metal key hanging from a golden thread in front of a dark green marble slab. — Original artwork

Wisdom is a curse when wisdom does nothing for the man who has it.

Sophocles