The conflict between Creon and Antigone appears to be two opposing forces that clash against one another. However, the issue, when viewed through a societal perspective, becomes a little more complicated. This is evidenced by one of the points Professor Singer made about Antigone and her role in Ancient Greek society. Through her actions and beliefs in the play, Antigone is forced to play an unnatural role for a woman of her age and status in Ancient Greece.
Her natural role would be to mourn her brothers with reverence, and subsequently marry and have children. These follow the domestic and care-giving traits normally assigned to women. Creon’s decree and his subsequent actions prevent her from doing this. He promises death to anyone who tries
Her natural role would be to mourn her brothers with reverence, and subsequently marry and have children. These follow the domestic and care-giving traits normally assigned to women. Creon’s decree and his subsequent actions prevent her from doing this. He promises death to anyone who tries