Category: Antigone

The question of what is right or legal had been always a subject of discussion. What is right can be defined as subjective which, is based on someone’s understanding of morality, ethic, and values, and what is legal as an objective which, is based on someone’s understanding of the laws of his community or nation.…

The story of Antigone is one of the oldest, yet most well-known, theatrical pieces. Sophocles, was the first playwright to interpret the myth to create a theatrical performance. The appeal of Antigone to many playwrights, as well as the reason for its longevity, is its ability to adapt to any social or political theme. In…

In Sophocles Antigone, the two characters of Creon and Antigone represent unreflective and polarising moments of Greek life, highlighting the conflict and divide between male and female, and polis and Oikos. Throughout the drama, Creon displays a near-existential fear of female transgression. He first introduces the theme of a male-female conflict when he says. Indeed,…

Antigone as a character within Jean Anouilhs modern re-creation of Sophocless Greek classic, Antigone, is surrounded by ambiguity. Within Sophocless version, Antigone is presented with clear, rational, and understandable motives for defying Creon and the oppressive state in which he struggles to uphold. However, unlike Sophocles, Anouilh teaches us nothing of Antigones motivations and instead…

Morality is often regarded as objective, completely black and white. Although, the circumstances and consequences of actions broaden the picture and allow for condemnation or justification. Accusations of the extreme are polluted by ones surroundings. The contextual power of culture and ingrained tradition supports multiple interpretations of morality. Sophocles Antigone demonstrates this truth. The understanding…

In Sophocles Antigone, neither Antigones nor Kreons actions are truly defined as purely admirable or moralistically sound. However, Antigone, the tragic heroine, embodies the idea of truly fighting for what she believes to be socially acceptable, which is indeed treating the dead with the upmost respect. Despite the potential dangers that may arise as Antigone…

An expression that comes from the Bible reads, Pride goeth before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall. This expression illustrates the idea that when people possess too much pride and stubbornness, they will eventually make mistakes that can lead to complications and disaster. Although excessive pride is a sin that will inevitably bring…

Antigone is a Greek tragedy written by Sophocles and is essentially a continuation of Oedipus The King, focusing on his four children long after his and Jocastas deaths. As a brief recap, Oedipus was the former king of Thebes who unknowingly fulfilled a prophecy made before he was born that said he would kill his…

The play Antigone is a great example of Greek tragedy which can be directly related to todays life and provides valuable lessons. Although the play is named after Antigone, I believe that Kreon is the character who delivers the largest emotional response to the audience. This is due to both Kreons and Antigones stubbornness. Also,…

In Sophocles play Antigone, the city of Thebes is controlled by King Creon, who fails to acknowledge and distinguish his position as king from his familial relationships. He refuses to hear contradicting opinions and maintains a neglectful character. Throughout the play Creons family end their life because of his stubbornness. Although, he finally acknowledges his…