He is known for his profound and complex exploration of themes like:
* Hubris: Excessive pride or self-confidence that leads to downfall. (Ex: Oedipus Rex)
* Fate vs. Free Will: The struggle against predetermined destinies and the consequences of making choices. (Ex: Antigone)
* Justice and Morality: The complexities of right and wrong, and the consequences of actions. (Ex: Ajax)
* The Fragility of Human Life: The inevitability of death and the impermanence of human existence. (Ex: Philoctetes)
While other Greek tragedians, like Aeschylus and Euripides, also wrote about human failings, Sophocles' work is often considered the most nuanced and impactful in its exploration of these themes.