Oedipus has spent his life in ignorance of his true parentage and the crimes he has committed. He has been blind to the fact that he killed his father and married his mother. But after learning the truth, he gains the eyes of understanding. He can finally see the world as it is and recognize his own guilt.
This paradox also reflects the tragic nature of Oedipus's story. He has gained knowledge and understanding, but at a terrible price. He has lost his sight, his reputation, and his family. In a sense, he is now a blind man who can see.