So begins The Iliad, Homer's classic tale of the Trojan War and some of its finest warriors. ... So, while Achilles is often perceived and put forth as being the main hero of The Iliad, it is really Patroklos who proves to be the true hero in the end. From even the very beginning of The Iliad, Achilles is put forward as the most noble and honorable of all warriors. ... While many perceive Achilles to be the real hero of Homer's The Iliad, it is really Patroklos who shows true honor and nobility throughout his role in the story, making him the real hero. ... He never strays from his...

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In the well-known epic the Iliad, there are a number of characters who could be classified as heroes and leaders. ... Hector is one of the most intelligent characters in the Iliad and displays his thoughtfulness and adoration toward his country. ... Later in the Iliad, Hector has another lapse in courage when he meets Achilles right outside the gates of Troy. ... After analyzing the Iliad, it is clear that Homer intended for the audience to view Hector as a man who can be learned from and admired. ...

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The Iliad The Iliad by Homer is an epic poem that has several heroes. ... One may believe that there is only one hero in the Iliad, Achilles. ... There are three other characters that can be construed as heroes in the Iliad, Odysseus, Diomedes, and Nestor. ... The epic poem, the Iliad, is filled with many great warriors, but the most notable hero is Hector, with Odysseus, Diomedes, and Nestor as runners up. ... Throughout the poem, Hector displays physical prowess, bravery, strength, and glory in battle, which makes him the true hero of the Iliad. ...

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The Choice of an Ancient Wise Man, a Reflection on Plato's Apology of Socrates One of the greatest wise men of all times is Socrates. Socrates was put on trial for his beliefs and Plato puts his trial into words. In Plato's Apology of Socrates, Socrates stated that Achilles was the greatest he...

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• Grade Level: High School