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'Ruler' is an English equivalent of 'Creon' [Κρέων, Kreōn].

Perhaps the most famous use of the name is in the Theban cycle of plays by Sophocles [496 B.C.E. - 406 B.C.E.]. In these dramatizations of the life and impact of Theban King Oedipus, Theban King Creon shares power in 'Oedipus Rex' and appears to rule alone in 'Antigone'. He's the son of Menoeceus; the brother of Theban Queen Jocasta; the brother-in-law of Theban King Laius and then of Oedipus; the father of Theban Prince Haemon; the husband of Theban Queen Eurydice; and the uncle of royal heirs Eteocles and Polyneices and of Princesses Antigone and Ismene.

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What is the final scene called in 'Antigone'?

"Exodus" is the what the final scene is called in the play "Antigone" by ancient Greek playwright Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, the English word is a loan word from the ancient Greek. In ancient Greek, the word is written "ἔξοδος." The meaning of the word translates into English as "departure, expedition, procession." The play's final scene indeed is a departing procession which will culminate in Theban King Creon's exile.


How much do you think Creon is to blame for the suicides of Antigone and Haemon and Eurydice?

Creon is to blame for everyone's suicides. Creon places Antigone and Haemon in a situation where they only way they saw to get out of was to commit suicide. When Eurydice found out that Haemon had committed suicide due to Creon she went to her room, where she cursed Creon before taking her own life. If Creon had not be so stubborn and not placed Antigone in the cave no one would have died. But it is a greek tragedy, so the ending must of course be tragic. :]


Why does Creon demand Haemon's death in 'Antigone'?

Theban King Creon does not demand the death of his son Haemon in the play "Antigone" by ancient Greek playwright Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Creon demands unquestioning obedience in all personal and professional interactions. Antigone, his niece and future daughter-in-law, disobeys Creon by burying the body of her dead brother Polyneices. It is Antigone that Creon wants dead, not Theban Prince Haemon.


How old is Creon?

Creon, a character from Greek mythology and literature, particularly in Sophocles' plays "Antigone" and "Oedipus Rex," does not have a specific age assigned to him. His age can be interpreted differently depending on the context of the story and the portrayal in various adaptations. In general, Creon is depicted as an older, experienced ruler, often seen as a figure of authority and wisdom.


What is Creon's religion in 'Oedipus Rex' and 'Antigone'?

Polytheistic belief in Olympic gods is Creon's religion in the plays "Oedipus Rex" and "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, the term polytheism describes the belief in many gods. The description fits the religious beliefs that Creon is assumed to hold regarding the ancient Greek gods of Mount Olympus. Creon seems more religious in "Oedipus Rex" and less so in "Antigone."

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What is the final scene called in 'Antigone'?

"Exodus" is the what the final scene is called in the play "Antigone" by ancient Greek playwright Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, the English word is a loan word from the ancient Greek. In ancient Greek, the word is written "ἔξοδος." The meaning of the word translates into English as "departure, expedition, procession." The play's final scene indeed is a departing procession which will culminate in Theban King Creon's exile.


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