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It takes a lot of courage to stand up and defend an action or idea that is forbidden by society. This is what Antigone does in Sophocles\' tragic play Antigone. She clearly disobeys King Creon\'s order that no person should bury Antigone\'s brother, Polynices, which is punishable by penalty of death. In this case, Antigone\'s decision the correct one. Antigone did the right thing by disobeying Creon\'s strict orders on …

…n will have control of your fate in the world that lies hereafter. Therefore by obeying the gods, hopefully, will result in a happy afterlife, which are what most people strive for in ancient times and now. If man does not honor you for noble efforts, your gods\' will. Antigone\'s act was admirable, she stood up to the highest of powers so she could honor her brother, knowing the consequence would be death.