Episode 2, lines 707-725
Jocasta dismisses oracles, recounting how the prophecy that Laius would die by his son's hand failed.
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From Oedipus Rex by Sophocles
Jocasta tries to comfort Oedipus by dismissing prophecy, recounting how Laius was killed at a crossroads — unwittingly triggering Oedipus's recognition.
Episode 2, lines 798-813
Oedipus recounts killing a man at the crossroads where three roads meet — the moment of dawning horror.
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