Greek Characteristics Of Greek Heroes

Greek Heroes are common in mythology stories and they have many similar characteristics. In the story the “Quest of the Golden Fleece,” Jason is shown as a hero and fits into the criteria of what makes a Greek hero. First of all, Jason was born into royalty, as his dad was a king in Greece. In addition, he was sent away at a young age to live elsewhere so that he would be safe (158,159). These are characteristics of Greek heroes. He was also part of a prophecy in which he was to overthrow Pelias. In order to regain the thrown from Pelias he was sent a quest to recover the Golden Fleece (159). Being favored by the gods is a key part of a Greek Hero. Aphrodite and Cupid helped Jason by making Madea the king’s daughter fall in love with him, because of the great danger he
He was then able to defeat an entire army with the help of Madea’s charm (166, 167). She also helped him get the fleece by making the guardian serpent fall asleep (169). Then Jason made her his wife. Just like many Greek heroes marry princesses. In addition, Madea brought Jason’s father back to life. Jason then becomes full of arrogance and marries another woman. This infuriates Madea, who became virulent, and she kills the bride and the two sons (174). This is normally how the stories of Greek heroes end, with their arrogance. Overall, I see Jason as an example of a Greek hero, because he fits the criteria.

There is another man who is mentioned as a Greek, and judging by his characteristics he is one. Bellerophon was also born into royalty, since his father was Glaucus, the truculent king who was eaten by horses. However, there is a rumor that his father is in fact the god Poseidon (180). These two are characteristics of Greek Heroes. The Gods also favored him. For example, he wanted to ride Pegasus and prayed to Athena. Athena came to him in a dream and gives