In "Oedipus Rex," how do Oedipus, Creon, and the Chorus view Jocasta?

In the play, Oedipus, Creon, and the Chorus view Jocasta as a wise and level-headed queen. To Oedipus, Jocasta is more trustworthy than Creon, her brother. When Creon questions how Oedipus treats Jocasta, Oedipus contends that he gives his queen equal share in the government of Thebes. It is obvious that Oedipus has great respect for Jocasta's judgment in all things.

Even the Chorus looks to Jocasta for assistance when a quarrel arises between Oedipus...

In the play, Oedipus, Creon, and the Chorus view Jocasta as a wise and level-headed queen. To Oedipus, Jocasta is more trustworthy than Creon, her brother. When Creon questions how Oedipus treats Jocasta, Oedipus contends that he gives his queen equal share in the government of Thebes. It is obvious that Oedipus has great respect for Jocasta's judgment in all things.

Even the Chorus looks to Jocasta for assistance when a quarrel arises between Oedipus and Creon. In the play, Oedipus accuses Creon of plotting with Tiresias to subvert him. Oedipus calls for Creon's execution, while Creon questions his brother-in-law's ability to rule impartially. As Creon and Oedipus quarrel, Creon applies to Jocasta for support; it is obvious that Creon values his sister's level-headed approach to conflict.

For his part, Oedipus willingly gives Jocasta the floor, demonstrating that he trusts her implicitly and that he values her wisdom. When Jocasta implores him to take her into his confidence, he replies:

It shall not be kept from you, since my mind has gone so far with its forebodings. Whom should I confide in rather than you, who is there of more importance to me who have passed through such a fortune?

In the play, Jocasta's manner is empathetic and conciliatory. She tries to get Creon and Oedipus to resolve their conflict amicably. Because of her nature, the Chorus demonstrates great sympathy towards Jocasta. Meanwhile, unable to reconcile the truth about Oedipus' lineage, Jocasta commits suicide, leaving Oedipus wracked with grief and guilt. Upon discovering his queen (and mother dead), Oedipus tears Jocasta's brooches from her robe and blinds himself with them. Throughout the play, Oedipus has ever viewed Jocasta with reverential awe, and now, in her death, he views her as an innocent, a victim of circumstances beyond her control.