Theme Of Heroism In The Odyssey

Hero,“a person who... has heroic qualities or has performed a heroic act and is regarded as a model or ideal figure”(dictionary.com). In Homer’s “The Odyssey”.The protagonist Odysseus is fighting his way to get back to his kingdom Ithaca and family.During his journey he encounters many hindrances from his antagonists.Overcoming his obstacles makes Odysseus a hero. When Odysseus leaves his beloved Ithaca,to engage in battle in the Trojan war,“He fought only to save himself and to bring his shipmates home”(Source 1).After 10 years of bloodshed,The Greeks stealthily figure out a strategy,with the aid of the god Poseidon.They claim victory now sailing back home.However,because of his audacious character.Poseidon develops an animosity for Odysseus.Odysseus is a hero for fighting in the war because he wins the war with a majority of his men alive.
“Who is heroic?...people who take risks despite fears”(source 2).Although many people argue that Odysseus is not a true heroic figure because of his men perished during his journey and his contemptuous character.Well, he had to choose between getting himself and his whole army killed or spare some of his men .This decision is usually risky which makes him a hero.Every hero has a weakness,which is the reason why they go on a journey.He had made it back to Ithaca and is able to see his family once