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People who do it for money and are in the pay of his enemies are those whom Creon thinks bury Polyneices in "Oedipus Rex" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).
Specifically, Theban King Creon says that there is opposition to his recent edict on the non-burial of disloyal Theban dead. His opponents have money with which to corrupt others. In Creon's mind, they therefore are the ones who think up the deed, but they pay people who need money to actually do the deed.
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What does Creon think about Antigone's brothers in 'Antigone'?
That one is worthless and the other is worthwhile is what Creon thinks about Antigone's brothers in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban King Creon expresses different feelings towards his twin nephews. He feels that Eteocles is a worthwhile person who deserves to be buried below ground. But he is so antagonist towards Polyneices that he denies him his god-given rights as a Theban to a below ground burial.
What does the chorus think that Creon should do in 'Antigone'?
Bury Polyneices and release Antigone is what the chorus thinks that Creon should do in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, the chorus cannot interact directly with any of the onstage characters. But its leader can do so. The chorus leader in fact asks Theban King Creon to bury the exposed body of Polyneices and to free Princess Antigone from her walled up cave.
Why did Creon think that Eteocles should be buried?
Theban King Creon thought that Eteocles should be buried, as a loyal defender of Thebes against the Argive attack. But the King thought that Eteocles' brother Polyneices shouldn't be given the same respect. Creon's rationale was the traitorous support of the Theban Polyneices to the enemies from Argos.
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.
Why does Creon think his own guard guilty of burying Polyneices in 'Antigone'?
That he believes that people can be bought to do evil is the reason why Creon thinks his own guard is the person who buries Polyneices in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban King Creon says the people who oppose him are too cowardly to be openly defiant. Instead, they pay others who are less well placed in life to do their dirty deeds. He sees that the guard has the means and the opportunity to bury Polyneices despite the royal edict to the contrary. He therefore finds the motive in bribing by enemies of the Theban throne.
What does Creon think about Antigone's brothers in 'Antigone'?
That one is worthless and the other is worthwhile is what Creon thinks about Antigone's brothers in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban King Creon expresses different feelings towards his twin nephews. He feels that Eteocles is a worthwhile person who deserves to be buried below ground. But he is so antagonist towards Polyneices that he denies him his god-given rights as a Theban to a below ground burial.
What does the chorus think that Creon should do in 'Antigone'?
Bury Polyneices and release Antigone is what the chorus thinks that Creon should do in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, the chorus cannot interact directly with any of the onstage characters. But its leader can do so. The chorus leader in fact asks Theban King Creon to bury the exposed body of Polyneices and to free Princess Antigone from her walled up cave.
Why did Creon think that Eteocles should be buried?
Theban King Creon thought that Eteocles should be buried, as a loyal defender of Thebes against the Argive attack. But the King thought that Eteocles' brother Polyneices shouldn't be given the same respect. Creon's rationale was the traitorous support of the Theban Polyneices to the enemies from Argos.
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.
Why does Creon think his own guard guilty of burying Polyneices in 'Antigone'?
That he believes that people can be bought to do evil is the reason why Creon thinks his own guard is the person who buries Polyneices in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban King Creon says the people who oppose him are too cowardly to be openly defiant. Instead, they pay others who are less well placed in life to do their dirty deeds. He sees that the guard has the means and the opportunity to bury Polyneices despite the royal edict to the contrary. He therefore finds the motive in bribing by enemies of the Theban throne.
How do the guards decide who will bring the news to Creon in 'Oedipus Rex'?
It is by drawing lots that the guards decide who will bring news to Creon in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, the guards discover Polyneices' body partially buried under a layer of dust. Polyneices is considered a Theban traitor for attacking Thebes in an assertion of his legitimate claims to the Theban throne. The guards know that Theban King Creon will be upset by news of the body being buried and his non-burial edict being broken. They think of drawing lots as the way to choose the bearer of bad news to a hot-tempered royal.
Why does Creon think that Ismene is involved in burying Polyneices in 'Antigone'?
That she usually is wise but now is distraught is the reason why Creon thinks that Ismene is involved in burying Polyneices in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban King Creon describes his niece Ismene as having a lifelong track record of wisdom compared to that of folly by his niece Antigone. But he finds Ismene looking, moving and talking as though she is very, very upset. The atypical behavior leads him to consider that other atypicalities may be possible with her, such as burying her brother despite the law of non-burial of the disloyal Theban dead.
Why does Antigone think that Creon issues his decree in 'Antigone'?
That it is a part of the curse on her family is the reason why Antigone thinks that Creon issues his decree in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban Princess Antigone discusses with her sister Princess Ismene the divine curse that makes life so miserable for the children of disgraced Theban King Oedipus. She does not mention that her uncle King Creon rules as a usurper of the royal powers of the now deceased twin brothers Eteocles and Polyneices. So a curse may be at work but so is Creon's attempt to consolidate his rule and discredit the true heir's son and supporters.
What is gender conflict in 'Antigone'?
The interactions of Antigone with Creon and Ismene as well as that of Haemon with Creon are examples of gender conflict in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, the phrase gender conflict describes disagreement or discord based on or involving the roles of men and women. The description fits Antigone's interactions with Princess Ismene and King Creon as well as Prince Haemon's interaction with Creon. Creon and his niece Ismene think that Antigone's gender is the starting point for not doing what she dares to do whereas Antigone and her husband-to-be Haemon disagree.
Does Antigone think through her decision in 'Antigone'?
Yes, Antigone thinks her decision through in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, Theban Princess Antigone has her defense all ready for her conversations with her sister, Princess Ismene, and with their uncle, King Creon. Her interactions with her relatives in fact function as no more than one-way communications because she has no interest in another opinion. She anticipates the consequences of illegally burying her brother Polyneices and those of not doing so: capital punishment and welcome in the Underworld of the afterlife versus continued problems with Creon's reign and shunning in the afterlife.
Whom does the chorus think may have buried Polyneices in 'Oedipus Rex'?
Polyneices is still alive and therefore unburied in "Oedipus Rex." But that the gods may have buriedPolyneices is what the chorus leader thinks in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).Specifically, in Episode 1, a guard tells Theban King Creon that the previously exposed body of Polyneices now is covered with dust. Even this partial burial contradicts Creon's recent law denying disloyal Thebans the god-given right of funeral services and below-ground burials to all Thebans. It is no wonder then that the chorus leader suggests that the carrying out of a divinely expressed guarantee may be the work of the gods.
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. :]
