What violent actions of Jocasta and Oedipus occur offstage in
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Jocasta hangs herself. After learning that Oedipus is her son and that they have unwittingly committed incest, Jocasta is overcome with grief and shame. She goes to her chambers and hangs herself.
* Oedipus blinds himself. When Oedipus learns the truth about his past, he is horrified and disgusted with himself. He gouges out his own eyes as punishment for his sins.