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Who convinces Creon to release Antigone in Antigone?

In Sophocles' "Antigone," it is Haemon, Creon's son and Antigone's fiancé, who convinces Creon to reconsider his decision to execute Antigone. Haemon appeals to his father's sense of reason and compassion, arguing that the people of Thebes sympathize with Antigone and that her death would be unjust. He emphasizes the importance of mercy and the need to listen to the voices of the citizens, ultimately urging Creon to show flexibility and reconsider his harsh stance.


What does Antigone hold that Creon values in 'Antigone'?

Power is what Antigone holds that Creon values in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban Princess Antigone dislikes the way in which her uncle King Creon rules Thebes. She feels that he disrespects the tried and true ways of the importance of family, gods and traditions. She says that Creon has the power to do what he wills but that royal will needs to harmonize with divine will.


How does the character of Tiresias function dramatically in 'Oedipus the King' and 'Antigone'?

Catharsis is the dramatic function of the blind prophet Teiresias in the plays 'Oedipus the King' and 'Antigone'. Catharsis refers to a purification. Teiresias tells the people of Thebes of what hasn't been done, but must be done in order to remedy an impure situation. In the case of 'Oedipus the King', the city suffers because of a murderer in their midst. Teiresias says that the murderer of Theban King Laius must be banished. In the case of 'Antigone', the city suffers because of an insult to the gods. Theban King Creon refuses to respect god given traditions by burying the disloyal Theban dead. Teiresias says that the body of Creon's nephew Polyneices must be buried.


In ode 1 what opinion does the chorus express about the importance of law in society in Antigone?

If the laws are broken, the city is broken.


Aristotle believed that the audience experienced catharsis when watching a tragedy?

Aristotle did believe that an audience experienced catharsis when watching a tragedy. Catharsis is a process of release and in watching a tragedy an audience is able to get relief from emotions.

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What is a tragedy in Antigone supposed to do for the audience?

Catharsis


Who has the catharsis in Antigone?

In "Antigone," the catharsis occurs primarily for the audience. The audience experiences a release of emotional tension and purging of emotions through witnessing the tragic events and consequences faced by the characters, particularly Antigone. The play is intended to evoke feelings of pity and fear, leading to a cathartic response.


When was Spiritual Catharsis created?

Spiritual Catharsis was created in 2004.


What are Haemons beliefs in 'Antigone'?

Family, the gods, and Theban traditions are Antigone's beliefs in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban Princess Antigone believes in the importance of family. She evidences her belief in her commitment to getting her brother Polyneices buried. That commitment also is part of her belief in the importance of the gods and of Theban traditions. She says that the gods rule in the here and now as well as in the Underworld of the afterlife.


What is the duration of Closure of Catharsis?

The duration of Closure of Catharsis is 1.67 hours.


What is catharsis in greek tragedy?

Catharsis is the renewal of body and spirit. During greek tragedies, the events that take place are very catharsis for the audience.


Who convinces Creon to release Antigone in Antigone?

In Sophocles' "Antigone," it is Haemon, Creon's son and Antigone's fiancé, who convinces Creon to reconsider his decision to execute Antigone. Haemon appeals to his father's sense of reason and compassion, arguing that the people of Thebes sympathize with Antigone and that her death would be unjust. He emphasizes the importance of mercy and the need to listen to the voices of the citizens, ultimately urging Creon to show flexibility and reconsider his harsh stance.


When was Catharsis - American band - created?

Catharsis - American band - was created in 1994.


When did Catharsis - American band - end?

Catharsis - American band - ended in 2002.


When was Catharsis - Russian band - created?

Catharsis - Russian band - was created in 1996.


What is a sentence using the word Catharsis?

Rob killed the dog. A real Catharsis for his 2 year old son.


What are the ratings and certificates for Catharsis - 2007?

Catharsis - 2007 is rated/received certificates of: Singapore:PG