The Iliad 2

The Iliad Outline &explain the qualities of a “Homeric Hero”. Who best fits the bill? Why? The Homeric hero strives to be the best among his peers. His goal is to achieve the greatest glory in order to earn the highest honor from his peers, his commander, and finally from his warrior society. He strives for excellence in particular areas of human behavior, such behaviors are strength, skill, and determination. These are necessary on the …

…nemesis. The gods would sometimes punish the hero directly; sometimes other human beings would punish him. He wanted the people of Greece to bow down to him. He wanted to hear the people say that they needed his help. He wanted to hear that they needed him, and that is why he stayed out of the war. He wanted to hear that the people needed him. To Achilles that meant that his people honored him.