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Antagonistic is Antigone's attitude toward Creon's decree in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).
Specifically, Theban Princess Antigone has a negative attitude toward her uncle King Creon's edict of non-burial of the disloyal Theban dead. She is a believer in the old ways of cherished traditions, divine will and family ties. She opposes denying to enemies and granting to supporters god-given rights of all Thebans to below ground burials.
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What Is Creons attitude towards Tiresias?
He suspects that Tiresias has been bribed to oppose him.
Who is eurydice in Antigone?
Creons wife
How did Antigone kill herself?
In Antigone (Sophocles) Antigone hangs herself in the final stage of the play, inside the cave. In the Legend of Antigone through Mythology She married Creons Son, and He killed himself and Antigone.
What is the rising action in the story Antigone?
What is the summary pf the story of antigone and the plot
How does haemon respond to creons order?
He don't support his father' decision to execute Antigone.
What Is Creons attitude towards Tiresias?
He suspects that Tiresias has been bribed to oppose him.
Who is eurydice in Antigone?
Creons wife
What is antigone's major argument for her disobedience?
creons's law conflicts with divine law
How did Antigone kill herself?
In Antigone (Sophocles) Antigone hangs herself in the final stage of the play, inside the cave. In the Legend of Antigone through Mythology She married Creons Son, and He killed himself and Antigone.
What is the rising action in the story Antigone?
What is the summary pf the story of antigone and the plot
How does haemon respond to creons order?
He don't support his father' decision to execute Antigone.
What news does the messenger bring from creons palace?
The messenger brings news that Creon has decided to spare Antigone from execution, influenced by the public's outcry and support for her actions. However, he also informs that Ismene, who initially sought to share in Antigone's fate, will face punishment as well. This decision highlights the tension between personal morals and state laws in the unfolding tragedy.
What is the turning point in Antigone?
The turning point in Antigone is when Creons son, Haimon, dies. Creon shows remorse and compassion for the first time, but most importantly he takes responsibility for his actions and is able to admit to himself that Haimons death is his fault. Creon is a dynamic character, he changes greatly throughout the play and by the end he is able to accept that his own mortality is enevitable and that family comes before fortune.
What is creons defense against the accusation against him?
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Who is creons sibling?
Oedipus's mother and wife - Jocasta.
What is creons motive for finally wishing to free Antigone?
Creon's motive for wanting to free Antigone stems from his realization of the consequences of his stubbornness and the tragic outcomes that have unfolded due to his decree. After the deaths of his son Haemon and his wife Eurydice, he is filled with remorse and understands that his rigid adherence to law and authority has led to personal and familial devastation. Ultimately, he seeks to prevent further tragedy and restore some sense of order and humanity in the wake of his mistakes.
What does Creon's counterargument to Oedipus' charges reveal about creons character?
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