distinct conflicting values. Creon's regard for the laws of the city

causes him to abandon all other beliefs. He feels that all should obey

the laws set forth by him, even if other beliefs, moral or religious,

state otherwise. Antigone, on the other hand, hold the beliefs of the

gods in high reverence. She feels that the laws of the gods should be

obeyed above all others, especially when in respect to family. Creon

has a very strong opinion about the laws of the city and the laws

passed by him. His method of enforcing them is very strict. In

"Antigone" Creon orders that Polyneices will not be buried because of

his dishonor towards Thebes. Furthermore, if anyone is caught burying

him they will be killed for disobeying his order. Polonieces is

Antigone's brother. He is being punished because he attacked Thebes

and betrayed Creon and the people of Thebes. Creon's harsh punishment

on those who disobey the law makes many fear him and dare not to go

against him. One example is Ismene's regard for Creon's laws. She

tries to talk her sister out of burying her brother because

could happen to her if Creon found out that she went against him.

Both Antigone and Creon have their reasons for their actions. Antigone

Against the city's will. And wherefore so? My husband dead, I might

that the king cannot override her belief in the gods. Antigone feels

have found another; Another son from him if I had lost A son. But

by a mortal king(458-459). The loss of a brother is greater to

before the gods after she had disobeyed them because of a decree made

because this will give him more power. He does not want to be a bad

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Approximate Word count = 784
Approximate Pages = 3 (250 words per page double spaced)