Lines 1243 - 1353
Creon: the Final scene/Exodus
Summary
The Chorus wonders at Queen Eurydice’s silent departure. The messenger is filled with hesitation. The Chorus believes that Eurydice’s inability to grieve openly at Haemon’s death is a sign that she is actually deeply distressed. It is preferred that she grieve openly, for suppression of the emotions is bad for the mourner: “There is a danger, even in too much silence.”
The Chorus now notes the return of Creon, who is carrying the body of Haemon. The Chorus openly blames Creon for Haemon’s death