ABSTRACT
Oedipus Rex is what is known as a tragedy of destiny. George, patient of Alexandris Athina, attempted to "resolve" the problems related to his oedipal situation—and change his destiny as a result—by the use of myths, songs, and fairy-tales. Of special relevance here is the myth that he employed, namely, "The Voyage of Argo" or "Argonautica", which was written by Apollonius of Rhodes some time in the middle of the third century B.C. From this myth, as well as from George's clinical material, elements that are relevant to the Oedipus complex are brought forward, and those corresponding to other areas are touched upon. Emphasis is placed on the defensive aspect of the usage of the myth. The psychopathology of this case is not dealt with, although it does come out indirectly. Lastly, the subject is discussed on the basis of Sigmund Freud's theories.
