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Arrogance is Creon's greatest fault in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).
Specifically, Theban King Creon thinks that he can do what he wants without input or influence from the gods or mortals. For example, he issues a law that contradicts divinely expressed will and cherished Theban traditions regarding below-ground burials and funeral rites for all Thebans. Additionally, he threatens and insults his son Haemon, his nieces Antigone and Ismene, and his advisor Teiresias the blind prophet when they try to help him see the error of his ways and the widespread suffering for which he is responsible.
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Who is eurydice in Antigone?
Creons wife
What is the rising action in the story Antigone?
the rising action is antigone decision to defy creons orders to bury her brother polynecis
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.
How does haemon respond to creons order?
He don't support his father' decision to execute Antigone.
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.
Who is eurydice in Antigone?
Creons wife
What is the rising action in the story Antigone?
the rising action is antigone decision to defy creons orders to bury her brother polynecis
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.
How does haemon respond to creons order?
He don't support his father' decision to execute Antigone.
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.
Why are both Antigone and Creon at fault?
Traditionally: Creon for not allowing a proper burial and Antigone for not obeying the king and being rebellious. Although you can feel free to give your own interpretation.
What is your greatest personal fault?
I am too nice.
What fault does Antigone lack?
A fault is a defect or weakness in an individual's character or personality. In terms of Antigone, her main fault is her uncontrolled passion that disrespects the feelings of others. She's so convinced of the correctness of her beliefs and actions that she doesn't want to hear or reconcile opposing beliefs and actions. As a result, related faults that Antigone shows are pride and stubbornness. She also shows a certain lack of forgiveness in not giving her sister Ismene a chance to make up for earlier disappointments.But there are a number of faults that Antigone lacks. She isn't covetous, envious, or jealous. Neither is she cowardly, deceitful or greedy. Nor is she lazy, lustful, selfish or vain.
Who is creons sibling?
Oedipus's mother and wife - Jocasta.
What is creons defense against the accusation against him?
.l.
What major theme does Sophocles introduce in the opening scene of the play Antigone?
Do we owe owe greatest allegiance to the gods or to the state.
