• Sophocles: "Antigone"- The Differences Between Creon and Antigone

     

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Published: 03.06.2003.
Language: English
Level: Secondary school
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  • Essays 'Sophocles: "Antigone"- The Differences Between Creon and Antigone', 1.
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Throughout the play, the difference between Creon and Antigone is vividly shown. By the end of the play, Antigone, it is evident that a total of five characters have lost their lives. This is due to the characters' failure to choose where their loyalty and obligation should stand, thus creating conflict. The main character of the play, Antigone, is forced to choose a decision between abiding by the law, and showing obligation to her family. King Creon is also forced to make a decision between his moral obligation and his family obligation, but his actions create a series of tragic happenings.
Moral obligation is an obligation arising out of considerations of right and wrong. …

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