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What is haimon's main concern with Creon in antigone?
Haimon's main concern is that he be with antigone and that his father would let them be. Creon main concern is that haimon and antigone does not get married.
How is haimon releated to antigone?
Creon is father to Haimon and is Iocaste's brother. Iocaste is Antigone's mother so it makes Haimon and Antigone cousins.
Who is Antigone's beloved?
Haimon, Creon's son.
Why does Haimon attack his father with a sword when they meet in the cavern?
Haimon attacks his father, Creon, with a sword in the cavern because Creon refuses to let Antigone go free and insists on sealing her in a tomb alive. Haimon's love for Antigone and his disagreement with his father's harsh decision drive him to try to kill Creon in order to prevent the tragedy from unfolding.
In what way is the prophecy of teiresias fulfilled?
The prophecy was that if Creon did not bury Polynices, his punishment of Antigone will bring a curse down on Thebes. Teiresias prophecy is fufilled by Haimon killing himself..Since Creon would not let Antigone bury her brother(Polynices),Antigone killed herself. So Haimon killed himself because he wanted to be with Antigone because the Creon would not bury the brother of Antigone.
Why does haimon come to see his father?
Haimon comes to see his father, King Creon, to persuade him to reconsider his harsh punishment of Antigone, who has defied Creon's decree by burying her brother. Haimon appeals to Creon to show compassion and listen to the voices of the people, emphasizing the importance of love and reason over rigid authority. He hopes to advocate for Antigone's life and demonstrate that his father's stubbornness could lead to tragic consequences. Haimon's visit ultimately reflects his struggle between loyalty to his father and his love for Antigone.
What does Haimon tell Creon about the people's reaction to Antigone's sentence?
Haimon tells Creon that the people of Thebes are sympathetic to Antigone and disapprove of her harsh punishment for burying her brother. He emphasizes that the citizens respect her actions and believe she deserves compassion rather than death. Haimon warns Creon that his rigid stance could lead to resentment and rebellion among the people, urging him to reconsider his decision for the sake of harmony.
How does Haimon feel about Antigone?
Haemon is Antigone's betrothed, and loves her. In spite of his father Creon's contempt and opposition of Antigone, he supports her decision to bury her brother Polyneices and is aware of the situation in Thebes: the citizens also support Antigone's decision, although they are too terrified to betray their emotions to King Creon. He even attempts to defend Antigone to Creon, but is ignored. In the end, Haemon's love for Antigone is what causes him to commit suicide after finding her dead body.
What is the name of Creon's sons?
Creon's son was Haimon.
What does haimon beg Creon to do?
Haimon pleads with Creon to be more flexible and to reconsider his rigid stance regarding the punishment of Antigone. He urges his father to listen to the voice of reason and the opinions of the people, suggesting that public sentiment is against Creon's decision. Haimon emphasizes the importance of compassion and understanding, advocating for mercy instead of strict adherence to the law. Ultimately, he hopes to prevent unnecessary tragedy and restore harmony within the family and the city.
Is Haimon Antigone's cousin?
Yes, Haemon is Antigone's cousin. His father Theban King Creon is the brother of Antigone's mother, Theban Queen Jocasta. Jocasta also is the mother of her second husband, Theban King Oedipus. So Haemon is first cousin to both Antigone and Antigone's father.
Who tells Creon about the public opinion?
Haimon does
