Blind VS Blind
“Lord of Thebes, we two have walked a common path, one person’s vision serving both of us. The blind requires a guide to find their way,” (1097-99) claims Teiresias upon arrival, illustrating that although Creon is not literally blind, due to his actions, he still needs guidance. Teiresias’ claims and propositions contrast with Creon’s character due to each of their distinctive opinions. The conflicting points of view cause paranoia, nervousness, and ultimately defeat to be shown in Creon’s character. Overall these points of view establish Creon as a tragic hero by bringing him to his breaking-point, essentially causing him to abandon his previous intentions. Teiresias’ intentions advance the plot by building suspense and anxiousness amongst the readers. Teiresias’ motives differ from Creon’s character because he is not as stubborn and knows that he makes mistakes. This is shown when he says “They [Men] are no longer foolish or subject to bad luck if they try to fix the evil into which they’ve …show more content…
His procrastination caused him to arrive too late. Not only has Creon lost his son, but soon after (due to stress and disappointment) his wife also commits suicide. This is shown when the Creon cries out “I’ve just held my own son in my arms, and now I see right here in front of me another corpse” (1441-42) and “Alas, it seems you’ve learned to see what’s right-- but far too late” (1415-16) This supports my statement because by the time Creon actually acts on his dilemma, he’s already been punished. In conclusion, Creon’s interactions with Teiresias builds the plot and theme by providing the readers with suspense and anxiety. These interactions ultimately develop Creon as a tragic hero because once he sees what he has lost, he realizes that his rulings are wrong- but it is too
“Lord of Thebes, we two have walked a common path, one person’s vision serving both of us. The blind requires a guide to find their way,” (1097-99) claims Teiresias upon arrival, illustrating that although Creon is not literally blind, due to his actions, he still needs guidance. Teiresias’ claims and propositions contrast with Creon’s character due to each of their distinctive opinions. The conflicting points of view cause paranoia, nervousness, and ultimately defeat to be shown in Creon’s character. Overall these points of view establish Creon as a tragic hero by bringing him to his breaking-point, essentially causing him to abandon his previous intentions. Teiresias’ intentions advance the plot by building suspense and anxiousness amongst the readers. Teiresias’ motives differ from Creon’s character because he is not as stubborn and knows that he makes mistakes. This is shown when he says “They [Men] are no longer foolish or subject to bad luck if they try to fix the evil into which they’ve …show more content…
His procrastination caused him to arrive too late. Not only has Creon lost his son, but soon after (due to stress and disappointment) his wife also commits suicide. This is shown when the Creon cries out “I’ve just held my own son in my arms, and now I see right here in front of me another corpse” (1441-42) and “Alas, it seems you’ve learned to see what’s right-- but far too late” (1415-16) This supports my statement because by the time Creon actually acts on his dilemma, he’s already been punished. In conclusion, Creon’s interactions with Teiresias builds the plot and theme by providing the readers with suspense and anxiety. These interactions ultimately develop Creon as a tragic hero because once he sees what he has lost, he realizes that his rulings are wrong- but it is too