oedipus1

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Just as it was with Oedipus, Creon is also a victim of his own arrogance. To say

he is a victim is somewhat gracious, but he is after all, human. Arrogance being a chief

means of suffering throughout these plays, it continued its role in the third episode via

Creon. But of course, he doesn't realize the destruction in the making until it is too late.

Not only does he lose the respect of his country, but he also loses his wife and his son.

Obviously, he isnot the only victim, but he is the source.

The conflict between Creon and Antigone is significant in that it shows just how

pompous Creon really is. He is under the impression that he has the right to establish

such edicts as those that restrict someone from honouring a family member. It is cle

pride. A number of times he begs with his father to reconsider Antigone's punishment of

acquiring the respect and support of his country.

all of which was caused by Creon's insolence. But he was after all, doing what was best

On accord of this conflict with Antigone, Creon is faced with another problem,

death, but he has no effect on him. At one point he says this to Creon, "Don't entrench

yourself in your opinion as if everyone else was wrong" (pg222). A very valid point

killer" (pg 250) and apparently no longer wants to be a witness to whatever else he is

knows what is best for his country. In the ending complications, he loses his son.

Approximate Word count = 518
Approximate Pages = 2 (250 words per page double spaced)

Category: English

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