Post 27

First things first, what Antigone does in terms of giving her brother a proper burial is very respectable and a very good trait.  She is an integral part of helping over the king;however, in order to accomplish that she kills herself.  Suicide is arguably one of the most selfish acts a person can commit it taking their own life.  Due to her committing suicide I do not consider her to be a good person.  It does not solve anything positively.  I realize that this brought on the demise of the king, but she is not there to experience his downfall. There is no way that fame can be enjoyed if you are not alive to experience it. This is a prime example as to why Antigone committing suicide is a bad thing and does not make her a good person what so ever. The fact that she betrayed the king is a very heroic trait and should be admired by anyone, including me.  As you can tell I have a very strong opinion on this matter, but suicide is not a good thing and it never will be under any circumstances.