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One of the great tragedians of ancient Greece, Sophocles is best known for his plays “Oedipus Rex,” “Antigone,” and “Electra,” stories renowned for their complex plots and deep exploration of the human condition. He also wrote several poems and treatises on philosophy, politics, and science. This quote illuminates the celebrated writer’s view of humanity: as a marvel to be endlessly pondered and never fully understood.
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