What is Sophocles Antigone?
Antigone is a tragedy written by Sophocles in the year 441 BCE and is a play about the aftermath of a civil war in which the two sons of Oedipus, Eteocles and Polyneices, kill each other, where the new king and their successor, Creon, tries to punish Polyneices for his disloyalty by not burying him properly.
Who is Tiresias in Antigone?
Who is Tiresias in Antigone? Tiresias is a prophet with a history of being reviled and ignored by those most in need of his advice and support. Although the kings in both plays revile him, Tiresias maintains his role. He refuses to back down, knowing that he is the spokesperson of the gods.
What does Choragus have to say about Polyneices During the battle the previous day?
The chorus informs us on the battle. What does Choragos have to say about Polyneices during the battle the previous day? Choragos talked badly about Polyneices.
Why did Sophocles write the play Antigone?
During the 5th century there were a lot of political events and wars, that may have influenced Sophocles to write this play during that time. Ancient Athens was going through peace treaties, and a developing democracy which today is recognized.
Which brother did Antigone bury?
Polyneices
Why Did Antigone Bury Polyneices? Antigone buried her brother out of devotion and loyalty to both the Gods and her family.
What happened between Polynices and Eteocles?
As time passed, and the two sons aged, Eteocles claimed the throne for himself, exiling his older brother Polyneices. Polyneices then gathered a giant army and attacked Eteocles for the throne. Neither of the two sons won because they both ended up killing each other in battle.
What happened to Antigone after she buried her brother?
Eteocles and Polyneices die from the war for the throne. Creon ascends to the throne and bans the burial of Polyneices. Antigone buries her brother as stated by divine law due to her strong sense of loyalty and devotion. Antigone is then imprisoned where she kills herself, thus starts the tragedy that befalls Creon.