Morally Responsible for Hoeman’s Death

Hubris: (as defined by the Greeks) “excessive pride or arrogance, wanton (or merciless) violence.” In the Greek drama Antigone it is clear that Creon is morally responsible for the death of his son, Haemon. However, no matter what your opinion is at this point it does not matter, because just like every single character in Antigone, you too, by the end, will be in agreement with them and myself in knowing that Antigone was NOT to blame. This is evident in three main points, one being that he held himself and his actions above anyone else. The other two are branches of the Ancient Greek ideals being, freedom from political oppression and freedom of religion; instead he showed contempt for both these ideals. Although many reasons can be attributed to why it is his fault, they all seem to derive from the same general problem, Creon’s tragic flaw; hubris.

“Those who the gods wish to destroy they first make them all powerful.” (Ancient Greek saying) In every law or rule system there are some regulations that are deemed more important than others, the ideals of the Ancient Greeks are no exception, it was stated that the government must grant the people freedom from oppression of the government, in other words the King’s actions should truly be those of the people. However under Creon’s “rule” this is not so, he develops