Oedipus Rex" and "Antigone" are two seminal Greek tragedies penned by Sophocles, exploring timeless themes of fate, free will, and the consequences of hubris. In "Oedipus Rex," the eponymous king grapples with the devastating prophecy that he will kill his father and marry his mother, only to unwittingly fulfill it, leading to his tragic downfall. "Antigone," set in the aftermath of Oedipus's demise, follows his daughter, Antigone, as she defies King Creon's decree to bury her brother, sparking a clash between familial duty and state law. Both plays showcase Sophocles' mastery of dramatic irony, intricate character development, and profound moral dilemmas, cementing their status as enduring classics of Western literature.