Examples Of Sexism In Antigone

Could something be born from a deplorable situation, such as prejudice notions paving a long, difficult, but rewarding way for equity? Sexism associates with feminism more frequently than not even though they’re clearly on opposing sides. Due to the injustice given to women way back in ancient times and unfortunately, till now, feminism is born and is progressing towards its objective, albeit slowly; females, and even males, are making statements that feminism should be of importance. From just reading the prologue of Antigone, one can discern that there’s sexism incorporated into the play. Throughout the plot, Sophocles mixes the concept of gender discrimination and feminism simultaneously, thus creating a highlight for the latter. Ismene attempts to sway Antigone’s resolve in granting their …show more content…
Antigone challenges her rationale by becoming a law offender in order to fulfill what she thinks is morally righteous. She's not like her sister who thinks she's helpless against the law of man and their ideals. Gender inequity is further discussed when Creon expresses that women are the origin of anarchy so they must maintain supremacy in every way, and such beings had no thoughts that man should shed light to. Proving that each woman can hold her own, Antigone didn’t let the idea of her being impuissant and the idea that people expect her to be obedient and not fight the oppressive law hinder her in any way. Antigone firmly stuck to her beliefs even when death awaited for her in the corner; holding her head up high when questioned if she is indeed the culprit for she is strong enough to fight for her values. The result of this is that the citizens of Thebes supported Antigone’s acts in defying the oppressive decrees of their king. She didn't sit back and let her rights be stepped on by