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Sophocles - Biography

Biography a: The Great Ancient Greek Playwright and Tragic

Sophocles is a name associated with great ancient Greek tragedies and theatre. His works, such as "King Oedipus" and "Antigone," remain classics of world literature and art. In this biography, we will look at the key moments of his life, his contribution to ancient theater and the influence on modern literature and drama.

Sophocles was born about 496 B.C.E. in Colon, a small town in Attica, ancient Greece. His family was noble and educated, and he received a good education in his youth. His parents also instilled in him a love of literature and art.

Sophocles became active in the theater of Athens, and his first tragedy was staged in 468 BC. e. He wrote more than 120 dramas and won many victories at drama festivals. His works were distinguished by deep characters, complex moral dilemmas and magnificent poetry.

Sophocles is also known for his "trilogies," a series of three tragedies linked by a common theme. One of Sophocles' most famous "trilogies" was "The Theban Plays," which includes "Oedipus King," "Antigone" and "Oedipus on Colon." This trilogy looks at themes of destiny, pride and moral choices.

One of Sophocles' most famous tragedies is the "Oedipus Tsar." In this play, he tells the story of King Oedipus, who tries to reveal the secret of his past and faces terrible consequences. Another famous play is "Antigone," where the main character fights to fulfill a moral obligation to the gods, despite the prohibitions of the state.