Antigone

Antigone is a tragic play by the ancient Greek playwright Sophocles and is part of a trilogy about the Theban cycle. It tells the story of Antigone, the daughter of Oedipus, who defies the king, Creon, by burying her brother Polyneices, deemed a traitor. The play explores themes of loyalty, family, law, and morality, as Antigone prioritizes divine law and familial duty over human laws. Her actions lead to conflict and tragedy, raising questions about justice, authority, and the consequences of standing up for one's beliefs. It remains a powerful examination of ethics and human rights.