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It is to a ship that the city is compared in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).
Specifically, Theban King Creon characterizes his government as a ship of state when he introduces his edict of non-burial of the disloyal Theban dead. The chorus describes cities and residences in terms of ships and water bodies. Prince Haemon indicates that the happiest, most successful city has leaders who adjust their policies just as sailors adjust the sails of their boats on ocean voyages.
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What does Antigone tell her sister outside the city gates?
In the play Oedipus, Antigone is the child born of Oedipus and his mother Jocasta. Outside of the city gates, Antigone tells her sister that Eteocles will be buried with full honors as ordered by Creon.
In which city is the play 'Antigone' set?
Thebes is the city in which the play "Antigone" is set.Specifically, the city is located in Greece. It is still in existence. Its ruins testify to an ancient past, during which the city played a prominent part in ancient Greek civilization. In fact, the play "Antigone" focuses on a critical stage in the history of ancient Thebes.
How does the city feel about Antigone's crime in 'Antigone'?
Supportive is the way that the city feels about Antigone's crime in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban Princess Antigone dares to break her uncle King Creon's edict of non-burial of the disloyal Theban dead. The edict denies to Antigone's brother Polyneices and his Theban supporters the god-given rights of all Thebans to below ground burials. The people of the city of Thebes seek healing, not further conflict, and feel exactly the way that Antigone does, but lack her courage.
Where is the cave in 'Antigone'?
Outside the city is where the cave is in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Thebes is a gated and walled city in ancient, southwestern Greece. It is located near the Cithaeron mountains. The mountains are riddled with caves, one of which becomes Antigone's grave.
What is dramatic irony in 'Antigone'?
That Antigone is likened to a mother and to a wife are examples of dramatic irony in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, the sentry compares Theban Princess Antigone to a mother bird who finds her babies stolen from the nest. Antigone helps her brother, not her non-existent children, and has no children of her own. Despite her lack of a husband or children, she then is compared to a bride when she in fact is processing to her death by live burial and starvation.
Who is more powerful between Antigone and Creon in 'Antigone'?
It is Antigone who is more powerful than Creon in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban Princess Antigone becomes a rebel in her own royal household. She gets away with defying her uncle King Creon, who is the city's most powerful political figure, and his laws in that all Thebes is on her side. It is only the chorus who will not support her because they are so attuned to being on the side of the city's reigning power figure and because they are so lacking in understanding of her personal pain.
What is supposed to happen if Antigone disobeys Creon's Law in 'Antigone'?
If Antigone disobeys Creon's Law in "Antigone," Antigone is to be sentenced to death.
In what city does 'Antigone' take place?
The play 'Antigone' takes place in the city of Thebes. Most of the action takes place in and around the city's royal palace. But some significant action takes place in the desolate area where the bodies of the Argive invaders and their Theban allies are left exposed to birds, dogs, and the elements. Other significant action takes place in the remote cave that becomes Antigone's last home on earth.
When was Antigone born?
The play 'Antigone' was written about 443, 441 B.C.E.* It first was performed about 440 B.C.E. Yet no information is given in the play as to Antigone's age or her birth date. But the city of Thebes may have been founded around 2000 B.C.E. The founder was Antigone's great great great grandfather, Cadmus. Antigone represented the sixth generation from Cadmus and his wife Harmonia. Each generation may be guesstimated within a range of 20-40 years. That would mean 120-240 years after the city's founding. So Antigone may have been born sometime between 1880 and 1760 B.C.E. *Before the Christian Era.
When was Antigone?
The play 'Antigone' was written about 443, 441 B.C.E.* It first was performed about 440 B.C.E. Yet no information is given in the play as to Antigone's age or her birth date. But the city of Thebes may have been founded around 2000 B.C.E. The founder was Antigone's great great great grandfather, Cadmus. Antigone represented the sixth generation from Cadmus and his wife Harmonia. Each generation may be guesstimated within a range of 20-40 years. That would mean 120-240 years after the city's founding. So Antigone may have been born sometime between 1880 and 1760 B.C.E. *Before the Christian Era.
What is the source of conflict between Antigone and Creon in 'Antigone'?
The ultimate authority in life is the source of conflict between Antigone and Creon in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban King Creon believes that he can decide what is best for himself, his city and his people. He does not feel influenced or inhibited by what goes before, around or after him. He in fact is in transition from Antigone's old ways of cherished traditions, divine will and family ties.
What aspect of Antigone's attitude is offensive in 'Antigone'?
It is her fanaticism that is the offensive aspect of Antigone's attitude in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban Princess Antigone believes strongly in her family, her gods, and her city's cherished traditions. She is on the correct path, but she packages everything passionately, single-mindedly and uncompromisingly. She makes insulting remarks to anyone who dares to have an opposing view. She refuses to seek common ground or compromise.
