The conflict of the play revolves around the question of which should be more important--our dedication to tradition and family or our dedication to the law and authority. On one end, we have Antigone, standing by her family and the gods. On the other, Creon upholding the law and the authority of the state. Both Antigone and Creon suffering horribly as a result of their dedication.  

What does the play ultimately suggest about the proper relationship between tradition/family and the law/authority? Be thorough and specific in your answer.

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Antigone a Greek tragedy by Sophocles delves deeply into the conflict between individual conscience and the laws of the state as well as the clash bet... View the full answer