... each other that can be further examined. The opinions of Socrates in Apology can be easily applied to the conflicts and opinions in Antigone by Sophocles. Creon's actions are both supported and contested by the views of Socrates. Creon felt that he was acting justly by accusing Antigone. He ... He treats it as a crime against the state, which is just. Creon questions Sentinel by asking " do you see Gods honouring the bad?" (Sophocles,12). This viewpoint is supported by Socrates. Socrates felt that the only question of concern when acting was whether or not the action is just. In ... now...

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Sophocles'(496-406) second most famous play Antigone contains many contrasts. According to G. M. Kirkwood, "A contrast between Antigone and Creon lies at the heart of the drama can be taken for granted- ( ... and Antigone also contrast in the way they live. 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-. Creon gives way to self-doubt and grieves to himself. Creon's loyalty is to himself and to the law he represents ... conflict, although Antigone's lo...

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The Tragedy of A Tragic Story Twisted or Truth Analyzing Sophocles, "Antigone" In Antogone, Sophocles examines the conflict between the requirements of human and divine law, that is centered on the burial of Polynices, Antigone's brother and creon's nephew. In Antigone a girl will put her ... ...

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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 ... ...

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