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Themes in Sophocles’ play
Antigone
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There are five major themes present in Sophocles’ tragic play Antigone
1. Man’s Law versus God’s Law
OR
Which law is more important to obey?
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2. Anarchy versus Citizenry
The emphasis is
on the individual
person
The emphasis is
on the collective
group
What should have more value, yourself or others?
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3. Gender: The Position of Women in Society
Are women truly equal in today’s society? What stereotypes still exist, if
any?
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4. The Threat of Tyranny/The Right to RuleTyranny is defined as one person
having absolute power that uses that power unjustly or unfairly.
Is King Creon a tyrant? Or is he just protecting the collective interest of the Theban citizens?
Do you think we should worry about the threat of tyranny in today’s society?
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5. The dangers of excessive hubris
(Pride)
Would Antigone benefit from humility? What about Creon? What about some of the people you know? What about yourself?
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As we continue to read Sophocles’ play, keep these universal themes in mind.
In Scene Two, especially, these difficult questions are raised numerous times.