rong set of morals and values to which she remains true throughout the events that occur. Though she is aware of the consequences of disobeying Creon's edict she does so anyway because she is unwilling to compromise her beliefs. She feels that it is her familial and religious obligation to bury her dead brother despite the fact that he has betrayed his own country. By defying the decree Antigone demonstrated her belief in the dominance of divine law over human law. In addition, Antigone also fits the definition of a code hero by falling from a state of greatness. After completing the burial service for Polyneices she is allowed a moment of triumph before she is discovered and condemned to death. What was once her prestigious position has now perished and she is left to wallow in sadness and despair. She declares that she will die bereft of a husband, a family, and the happy life she deserves. (MacGill, 77)
             Creon is not traditionally considered to be the tragic hero of Antigone however he possesses many heroic qualities. Unlike other Sophoclean rulers, Creon is not the stereotypical tyrant. His fault occurs in the fact that he has failed to recognize his own limitations as a human being. He is a pragmatic ruler who is intent on demonstrating his authority to his citizens. He feels that in order to ensure that he will have respect he must enforce his laws indefinitely. Though his values, which include justice and patriotism, differ than those of Antigone, he is still like a hero in the fact that he is completely committed to them. In the struggle between Antigone and Creon there is no side that is truly wrong. Creon is intending to act for the benefit of the public welfare because he desires to be a wise and excellent leader. Antigone and Creon act differently because they have a contrasting sense of the laws. Creon is faithful to the law of the state while Antigone insists on obeying the higher order of the gods. ...