Antigone — Creon character analysis Flashcards
King of Thebes
Creon is the ruler of Thebes, following the death of Oedipus and the downfall of his family
Antagonist
Creon serves as the primary antagonist in the play, creating the main conflict with his decisions and actions
Authority and Power
Creon represents the authority and power of the state, emphasising the importance of obedience and maintaining order
Stubborn
Creon is characterised by his stubbornness and refusal to listen to the opinions and advice of others, often leading to dire consequences
Prideful
Creon’s pride and hubris are evident in his refusal to acknowledge his mistakes and change his course of action, even when faced with opposition
Law and Order
Creon prioritises the importance of law and order, often at the expense of personal relationships and moral obligations
Decisive
Creon is depicted as a decisive leader, quick to make judgments and enforce his decisions
Inflexible
Creon is inflexible in his beliefs and views, unwilling to consider alternative perspectives or compromise
Tragic Flaw
Creon’s tragic flaw is his excessive pride and belief in his own infallibility, leading to his downfall
Patriarchal Values
Creon upholds patriarchal values and prioritises the obedience of women to male authority
Conflict with Antigone
Creon’s conflict with Antigone arises from their opposing beliefs about the importance of divine law versus human law
Haemon’s Father
Creon is Haemon’s father and their relationship becomes strained as Haemon challenges Creon’s decisions
Moral Dilemma
Creon faces a moral dilemma between enforcing the laws of the state and honouring family obligations
Transformation
Throughout the play, Creon undergoes a transformation as he learns from his mistakes and experiences profound personal loss
Remorse
Creon experiences remorse and guilt for his actions, realizing the tragic consequences they have caused
