This is a prime example of tragic irony by Sophocles'. ... Sophocles would have a similar response to the statement as Antigone. ... I believe that Sophocles made an example of Creon because he believes that divine laws trump the laws of man. Sophocles seems to exemplify the laws that are not written, but are in the hearts and consciences of all men. ... This is exactly why Sophocles' response to the statement would be on the negative side, similar to Antigone. ...

• Word Count: 1944
• Approx Pages: 8
• Grade Level: High School

In the play "Antigone," by Sophocles, Antigone is the mourning sister of her brother Polynices, who was slain in battle by his own brother and left unburied by his uncle Creon who now rules the city of Thebes. ... If you will not, I will; I shall not prove disloyal"" (Sophocles 2). ... (Sophocles 17,19) This shows that Antigone takes full responsibility of her actions and accepts death while Snowden flees the U.S. to avoid being thrown in jail. ... The dead clay makes no protest. " (Sophocles 20) She explains that whether or not a family member committed horrible deeds, they have the right to ...

• Word Count: 1387
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: High School

Antigone - Creon: A Tragic Hero Antigone was produced in 441 B.C. by Sophocles, one the three great Greek writers of tragedy. ... Most of Sophocles" plays present a specific struggle of a strong individual against his or her fate. Sophocles presents the course chosen by his powerful figures, which are usually disapproved of by the chorus and other characters. ... Out of 100 plays of Sophocles, only seven of them have been reminded until now. ... Creon was stubborn at the beginning and let his pride rule his mind, the consequences has brought to Sophocles" point of view that excessiv...

• Word Count: 1884
• Approx Pages: 8
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School

The author is Sophocles. ... Imagery a) With strident cries as an eagle flies ' (Sophocles). ... b) We swept away all dust that covered up the body, and lay the clammy limbs quite bare ' (Sophocles). ... (Sophocles). ... Authors Style Sophocles uses a lot of dialog in his drama. ...

• Word Count: 1938
• Approx Pages: 8
• Grade Level: High School

Sophocles'(496-406) second most famous play Antigone contains many contrasts. ... While Antigone has gained her self-respect by clearly and publicly stating her beliefs and her loyalties, (in the words of Sophocles, Antigone has regained the "proud fullness of her being-. ... It is Sophocles' story of family honor and family bonds versus loyalty to the state and the law. ...

• Word Count: 1529
• Approx Pages: 6
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School

The play Antigone, by the Greek playwright Sophocles focuses on the conflict between the protagonist, Antigone and her uncle and king, Creon. ... Sophocles portrays how a tragic heros fatal flaw, in this case Pride, can lead to complete moral decomposition of a person and lead to the In the wake of war, and with his reign so new, Creon has to establish his authority as supreme. ...

• Word Count: 1283
• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: High School

The play Antigone, by Sophocles, is based after the story of Oedipus. According to the myth, King Laios and his wife Jocasta visit an oracle. He tells them that their newborn son, Oedipus, will grow up to kill his father and marry his mother. After learning this, Laios and Jocasta gave Oedipus to a...

• Word Count: 1313
• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: High School

Antigone The play Antigone by Sophocles is a play like no other. There are three major themes or ideas which have a very important role in the play. The issues that Antigone and Creon have between them are what ties this whole play together. The themes are also developed with the use of their issue...

• Word Count: 2111
• Approx Pages: 8
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School