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Antigone
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, a play written by Sophocles, became a classic due to its timeless subject matter. In this play, the Greek dramatist reflected mainly on civil disobedience. believes in individual rights over state rights. Creon, however, strongly believes in putting state over religion. The play not only rev ....
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I, for one, I’ll beg the dead to forgive me—
I’m forced, I have no choice—I must obey
the ones who stand in power. Why rush to extremes?
It’s madness, madness. (78-81)
Antigone was disappointed at first, but decided that she will bury Polynices with or without Ismene’s help.
You have your excuses. I am on my way,
I’ll raise a mound for him, for my dear brother. (95-96)
Creon was warned about a plan to bury Polynices and later found the culprit, Antigone. He issued.... |
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