Who solved the riddle of the Sphinx?
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The question is asking about the individual who successfully answered the riddle posed by the Sphinx in Greek mythology. This involves knowledge of the story and its characters, particularly focusing on Oedipus.
Answer
Oedipus
The final answer is Oedipus.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is Oedipus.
More Information
Oedipus answered the riddle of the Sphinx, 'What walks on four legs in the morning, two legs at noon, and three legs in the evening?' with 'Man,' describing the stages of human life. Upon hearing the correct answer, the Sphinx killed herself.
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Sources
- Oedipus and the Sphinx - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
- Mythic Monday: The Riddle of the Sphinx - World Book - worldbook.com
- Sphinx - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
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