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What did Haemon say about the people of Thebes' allegiance to Creon in 'Antigone'?
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That they oppose but fear him is what Haemon says about the people of Thebes' allegiance to Creon in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).
Specifically, Theban Prince Haemon advises his father, King Creon, that the recent edict of non-burial of the disloyal Theban dead is unpopular among Thebans. He cautions that Thebans oppose Creon and support the rebellion of Princess Antigone, Haemon's betrothed and Creon's niece. He warns that Theban suffering increases daily, but that the signs are hidden by the people's fear of their sovereign.
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What is Haemon's approach to his father in scene 3 of 'Antigone'?
It is by talking respectfully to him one on one that Haemon attempts to reason with his father in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban Prince Haemon meets with his father, King Creon. He listens to what his father has to say. He links his own opinions with those of the majority in Thebes and with succinct explanations and telling examples. He fails miserably in the face of his father's stubborn narrow-mindedness.
What two people does the messanger say have died in antigone?
One messenger announces the deaths of Haemon and Antigone to Eurydice, another announces Eurydice's death to Creon.
How do the people of Thebes feel about Creon's decision about Antigone in 'Antigone'?
Admiration for her and opposition to him are the ways that the people of Thebes feel about Creon's decision about Antigone in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban King Creon decides to sentence his niece, Princess Antigone, to death for burying her brother Polyneices. He does not care or know how much the people of Thebes take sides in the matter of the edict of non-burial of the disloyal Theban dead. He has no idea that his people fear and silently oppose him and admire and silent support his niece.
What do the people of Thebes think about Creon's decision about Antigone in 'Antigone'?
Indirect or silent opposition is what Thebans think about Creon's decision about Antigone in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban Princess Antigone and Prince Haemon characterize Thebans as fearful of currently reigning King Creon. They describe Thebans as in depressed, frightened, silent opposition to Creon's edict of non-burial of the disloyal Theban dead. Ironically, Creon recognizes that opposition exists since he is quick to say that enemies oppose him and what he does in Thebes. He says that the opposition is indirect in that his enemies hire financially needy people to do deeds that challenge community security and governmental stability.
What does Haemon reveal about public opinion regarding Antigone?
Haemon appears twice in the play 'Antigone'. In the first instance, he has a conversation with his father, Theban King Creon. The King says that his son won't be allowed to marry Antigone. Instead, Antigone is going to be punished for having disobeyed the law of non-burial of enemy Argive and Theban dead. In response, Haemon informs his father of the admiration of the people of Thebes for Antigone's defiance of the law. Specifically, Haemon says, 'For the dread of thy frown forbids the citizen to speak such words as would offend thine ear; but I can hear these murmurs in the dark, these moanings of the city for this maiden; 'no woman,' they say, 'ever merited her doom less - none ever, was to die so shamefully for deeds so glorious as hers' who, when her own brother had fallen in bloody strife, would not leave him unburied, to be devoured by carrion dogs, or by any bird: deserves not she the meed of golden honour?'
What is Haemon's approach to his father in scene 3 of 'Antigone'?
It is by talking respectfully to him one on one that Haemon attempts to reason with his father in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban Prince Haemon meets with his father, King Creon. He listens to what his father has to say. He links his own opinions with those of the majority in Thebes and with succinct explanations and telling examples. He fails miserably in the face of his father's stubborn narrow-mindedness.
What two people does the messanger say have died in antigone?
One messenger announces the deaths of Haemon and Antigone to Eurydice, another announces Eurydice's death to Creon.
How do the people of Thebes feel about Creon's decision about Antigone in 'Antigone'?
Admiration for her and opposition to him are the ways that the people of Thebes feel about Creon's decision about Antigone in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban King Creon decides to sentence his niece, Princess Antigone, to death for burying her brother Polyneices. He does not care or know how much the people of Thebes take sides in the matter of the edict of non-burial of the disloyal Theban dead. He has no idea that his people fear and silently oppose him and admire and silent support his niece.
What do the people of Thebes think about Creon's decision about Antigone in 'Antigone'?
Indirect or silent opposition is what Thebans think about Creon's decision about Antigone in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban Princess Antigone and Prince Haemon characterize Thebans as fearful of currently reigning King Creon. They describe Thebans as in depressed, frightened, silent opposition to Creon's edict of non-burial of the disloyal Theban dead. Ironically, Creon recognizes that opposition exists since he is quick to say that enemies oppose him and what he does in Thebes. He says that the opposition is indirect in that his enemies hire financially needy people to do deeds that challenge community security and governmental stability.
What does Haemon reveal about public opinion regarding Antigone?
Haemon appears twice in the play 'Antigone'. In the first instance, he has a conversation with his father, Theban King Creon. The King says that his son won't be allowed to marry Antigone. Instead, Antigone is going to be punished for having disobeyed the law of non-burial of enemy Argive and Theban dead. In response, Haemon informs his father of the admiration of the people of Thebes for Antigone's defiance of the law. Specifically, Haemon says, 'For the dread of thy frown forbids the citizen to speak such words as would offend thine ear; but I can hear these murmurs in the dark, these moanings of the city for this maiden; 'no woman,' they say, 'ever merited her doom less - none ever, was to die so shamefully for deeds so glorious as hers' who, when her own brother had fallen in bloody strife, would not leave him unburied, to be devoured by carrion dogs, or by any bird: deserves not she the meed of golden honour?'
To whom does Creon accuse Haemon of being enslaved in 'Antigone'?
Antigone is the person to whom Creon accuses Haemon of being enslaved in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban King Creon considers all opinions unwelcome other than his own and all people as replaceable. He particularly disdains the feelings and opinions of women. He therefore dismisses his son Prince Haemon's devoted defense of Antigone as a sign of weakness, as enslavement by a completely replaceable woman.
With whom does Haemon side when he talks to Creon in 'Antigone'?
It is with Antigone that Haemon sides when he talks to Creon in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban Prince Haemon says that kings do not rule alone and that they must consider the insights of others and the impacts of their actions. He suggests that King Creon, his father and Princess Antigone's intended father-in-law, needs to accept second, opposing opinions on the recent edict of non-burial of the disloyal Theban dead. He also tells him that in this case, Antigone and the Theban people have right on their side and that Creon does not.
What does Creon say about the supremacy of the state in 'Antigone'?
That the States has to be number one in ensuring the priority concerns of order and security is what Creon says about the supremacy of the state in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban King Creon gives his view on the state in the first scene with the chorus of Theban elders, the second scene with his niece Princess Antigone, and the third scene with his son Prince Haemon. He maintains that Thebes survives because of the loyalty of Thebans to their rulers. That loyalty recognizes the critical role of the State in the security of Thebes and the well being of its people.
To what does Antigone beg the people of Thebes to bear witness in 'Antigone'?
It is to her last earthly presence among them that Antigone begs the people of Thebes to bear witness in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban Princess Antigone is processing to the remote cave where she will be buried alive. She calls for the Theban people to remember her last presence with and last trip from them. She also asks for them not to forget the last sunlight that she sees and feels before being sentenced to darkness.
What does Antigone say about the people of Thebes and what they think about the situation in 'Antigone'?
That they support her but are afraid is what Antigone says about the people of Thebes and what they think about the situation in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban Princess Antigone buries her brother Polyneices. This is in compliance with divine will and Theban traditions but in contradiction of her uncle King Creon's illegal edict of non-burial. Antigone says that Theban support her in word and deed and oppose Creon but are too afraid to show their opposition.
What does Creon ask Haemon in 'Antigone'?
Whether he is angry over Antigone's death sentence and if he questions royal authority are what Creon asks Haemon in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban King Creon gives the death sentence to Antigone, his niece and intended daughter-in-law, for disobeying his non-burial law against the disloyal dead in the recent civil war over royal succession. Creon wants to make sure that his only surviving child understands decision-making in Thebes. To Creon's way of thinking, a king rules alone, and what he says must be done without any attempt at a contrary act or opinion by his family and his people.
What do Creon and Haemon argue about in 'Antigone'?
What to do about Antigone and how royal decisions are to be reached are what Creon and Haemon argue about in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban Prince Haemon believes that Antigone, his first cousin and bride-to-be, is correct in burying her brother Polyneices despite his father's non-burial law to the contrary. He considers effective decision-making as respecting not only the wisdom of the older and more experienced but also the fresh insights of the young and less experienced. In contrast, Creon denigrates Antigone's right to independent actions and opinions as a woman. He insists that the most effective ruler decides on his own about all things for all people.
