Poetry is what is lost in translation. The beauty of human expression, modified by the difference of tongue. In Sophocles tragic drama Oedipus Rex, translation creates the backbone to its universal outstretch, yet further diffuses the natural flowing syntax of the Greek language. Although there are many different English-translated versions of Oedipus Rex, such as David Greene’s translation, 1942; E. F. Watling’s, 1946; Paul Roche’s, 1958; and Dudley Fitts and Robert Fitzgerald’s, 1976, one version …showed first 75 words of 1106 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1106 total…the use of diction, imagery, themes and tones, Oedipus’ Compassion, Leadership and Greatness is poetically demonstrated. Indeed, the greatness of poetry lies in its wise attitude towards the life of man. Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon 'em. Oddly Oedipus seasoned all of them. But it is through translation that the connection of culture can be made. For that connection can spawn a new understanding for the past.