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Creon as Antigone's Tragic Figure In Sophocles’ Antigone, Creon clearly fills the role of the tragic figure. He fits all seven of the traits of a tragic hero as defined by Northrop Frye. Two of these traits stand out especially; Creon’s sense of commitment to his decision and his transfiguration after sufferi ....

Part 2 of Essay
.... upon mankind; Nor could I think that a decree of yours - / A man - could override the laws of Heaven. (ll. 450-454) Creon ignores the insight of her comment and likens Antigone to nothing more than a wild horse and a slave. (ll. 477-479) By disregarding her observation, he shows us that he truly does believe his word can refute that of the gods. He is set in his belief that his authority overrides the importance of spiritual tradition and divine order. The second passionate challenge to Creon’s decis ....