The Fall of King Creon
From the time we were little, most of us were taught to be humble, for pride will ultimately lead to our failure. Excessive pride is a dangerous weapon to play with, especially when we turn against our religious beliefs. Sophocles’ play, “Antigone, paints a scene of tragedy, where King Creon’s excessive pride, or hubris, directly leads to his demise. Within the story, we watch as Creon’s hubris bears root to his suffering, where he eventually experiences catharsis. Based…
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