In mythology and ancient literature, the most notable example of a king marrying his own mother is Oedipus from Greek mythology. Oedipus unknowingly marries his mother, Jocasta, after fulfilling a prophecy that he would kill his father and marry his mother. This tragic tale is famously recounted in Sophocles' play "Oedipus Rex." In history, such instances are rare and often viewed through the lens of legend rather than documented fact.
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