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86 they may "not be ashamed when they speak with their enemies in the gate." Sons are born that

Love for a woman—already doomed to death—should not make shipwreck of a man's understanding. Disobedience produces anarchy, and anarchy destroys the state.

Hæmon eloquently entreats his father to listen to the voice of reason, and not to disregard the public opinion, which had already pronounced in favour of Antigone. Creon, as a sovereign, cannot himself hear the secret whispers of the people, or know

King though he is, let him beware of straining the reins of government too tightly. He should not act the tyrant by ruling only for himself.

But all Hæmon's arguments and remonstrances are unavailing. Croon's heart is hardened, and he will not let the maiden go.

This cruel speech exhausts Hæmon's patience, and he