I believe that in the play, "Antigone" by Sophocles that one does not obey his or her religious beliefs when they are in conflict with the laws of state because Creon believes that all should obey the laws set forth by him, even if other beliefs in their moral or religious state. But Antigone on the other hand, who is a citizen of this society, believes that the laws of the gods should be obeyed above all others especially when in respect to her family. Creon has a very strong opinion about the laws of the city and the laws passed by him, but does he have the right to let the citizens to believe in the gods of law and to make a decision over one's family member? Many people obey Creon's laws because they fear him as a king and they will keep following Creon's orders as long as he is a king.…
