Theseus or Hercules

Theseus or Hercules?         Theseus is most worthy of emulation. He was a great hero in Athens. 'Theseus was, of course bravest of the brave as all heroes are, but unlike the other heroes he was as compassionate as he was brave.' (p. 159). Theseus also was a man of bravery, intellect and bodily strength. Hercules on the other hand was what all Greece except Athens most admired. He was very strong but wasn't too smart. …

…own folly in killing his wife and children even though Hera supposedly brought the madness upon him.         In conclusion, Theseus is most worthy of emulation. He was strong, brave and most importantly smart. If Americans had to choose between Theseus and Hercules, Theseus would be chosen. Theseus' great intellect makes him a better person for Americans to choose. Of course Theseus would only be chosen if Americans suddenly became qualified to make such a decision.