Are people determined or do we have free will? This great question is most evidently discussed in Oedipus the King, a play written by Greek tragedian Sophocles. Oedipus the King places the main character, Oedipus, in an uncertain situation in which he is not limited...
Thematic Statement Many situations in life are a result of fate, but how one stumbles upon the scene, reacts and moves on is their own free-will East of Eden by John Steinbeck The recurring phrase throughout the later half of the book is Timshel, Thou...
Many people argue over how the “star crossed’ lovers” had died, several people believe they brought it upon themselves but others say it was their destiny. What does the word “destiny” mean exactly? The textbook definition of destiny is; “the hidden power believed to control...
A classic theme in almost every ancient play or writing is the conflict between fate and free will. This leads me to question whether our lives are driven by fate or free will… Fate is your destiny, it is the force from the earth/universe that...