Glory Gods Quote by Sophocles
““They are dying, the old oracles sent to Laius, now our masters strike them off the rolls. Nowhere Apollo's golden glory now -- the gods, the gods go down.””
About This Quote
Source Play: Oedipus Rex by Sophocles, 5th century BC
The passage laments the loss of ancient wisdom and divine favor as new powers replace old traditions.
In simple terms: Old wisdom fades as new powers rise.
Key Takeaway
Preserve valuable traditions.
Themes
change
loss
tradition
Mood
melancholic
reflective
Type
literary
historical.
When to use this quote
- political upheaval
- religious reform
- education
- heritage preservation
Key Concepts
mythology
cultural decay
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies honor past wisdom while embracing change?
- What responsibilities do we have to protect cultural knowledge?
A Different Perspective
Even as old oracles die, new insights may emerge.
