and make no distinction between leader and soldier; however‚ in the society of the Iliad‚ leaders rule with a very different mentality. By analyzing the stark contrast in the behavior of the high class when address one another‚ verses their behavior when addressing one of lower status‚ a clear correlation between the amount of kleos one has and the way in which they are treated may be clearly observed: the more kleos an individual has‚ the more respect they are treated with. However‚ while the vicious
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Kleos in the Iliad When we consider the Hero in ancient Greek culture‚ we must forget our notion of what a hero is. The ancient Greek concept of a hero was different from our own culture’s. The motivation for any Homeric Greek is glory‚ or "Kleos"‚ that is to be honored and respected among their people. Not only does kleos imply being honored and respected‚ it literally means ‘to be heard.’ Achieving kleos entails that your tale and ultimately you will live on forever. Kleos is essential
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of Troy‚ which is chronicled by Homer’s other epic poem‚ the Iliad‚ is the ultimate way of gaining kleos. His son‚ Telemachus‚ is worried that his father died in battle and that he will inherit his “bad” kleos. Unlike in Norse mythology‚ where dying in battle is thought of glorious and the only noble way to go‚ the Greeks believed that if a warrior died in battle it was because the gods were unhappy. This affected their reputation (kleos) and legacy‚ which gets passed on to their offspring. The Greeks
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three instances in which the Greek warrior culture’s emphasis on Kleos ( immoral frame attained through glory) creates conflict for Odysseus throughout his journey is that the desire for glory is a good thing for Odysseus and Kleos. Another thing is that is could not be good for Odysseus’s friends and family but for Kleos. Another thing is that if it was not a good thing for Odysseus and for Kleos then I don’t think that Odysseus or Kleos would get to where they are now. The thing that Homer might be
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CONCEPT OF KLEOS IN THE ODYSSEY Heroic glory occupies a very crucial place in the Indo-European epic tradition‚ because the Greek society is a shame culture‚ in which being honoured is one of the primary purposes of people ’s lives. Hence‚ the concept of kleos formed an essential part of the bardic tradition which helped the people to maintain the heroic stature of the mythical heroes from generation to generation. This is why‚ it has got an important place in the Greek epics also. In The Odyssey
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9/11/12 The Iliad “Sing‚ goddess‚ the anger of Peleus son Achilles and it’s devastation which put pains thousandfold upon the Achains‚ hurled in their multitudes to the house of Hades strong souls of heroes‚ but gave their bodies to be in the delicate feasting of dogs‚ of all birds‚ and the will of Zeus was accomplished since that time when first there stood in division of conflict Atreus’ son the lord of men and brilliant Achilles.” The easiest way to remember text is to set it
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ILIADGuangying Tang 2013/7/25 Prof. Jason EdwardCLAS 170 | The Iliad is an ancient Greek epic poem in dactylic hexameter‚ traditionally attributed to Homer. Set during the Trojan War‚ the ten-year siege of the city of Troy by a coalition of Greek states. Although the story covers only a few weeks in the final year of the war‚ the Iliad mentions or alludes to many of the Greek legends about the siege‚ and it describes many distinctive characters‚ include Achilles‚ known as the “Greek
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The Iliad is the quintessential epic. It is full with gods‚ goddesses‚ heroes‚ war‚ honor‚ glory‚ and the like. However‚ for just short while near the very conclusion Homer avoids all of those epic qualities. The banquet scene in Book XXIV is the most touching‚ the most "human" scene in the entire poem . In the midst of the dreadful gulf of war and anger there occurs an intimate moment between two men who ironically have much in common below the surface. Priam‚ old and fragile‚ makes his way
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The Iliad Greek Mythology is dominated by numerous heroes‚ all with unique super-human qualities. The purpose of every story is to demonstrate each character’s remarkable “gift.” Some of the qualities represented by these colorful characters include caution‚ confidence‚ kindness‚ strength‚ and courage. Combining Odysseus’ wisdom‚ Achilles’ intimidation factor‚ and Hector’s bravery‚ would result in the ultimate warrior who would surpass the best of Homer’s creations. Among Homer’s enviable
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The Iliad The Iliad is an epic poem about the war between the Trojans and the Greeks. The poem admires the obligation that binds families together as noble‚ but it also respects the pursuit of glory. To fight in war is to prove one’s honor and integrity‚ but to not fight would display fear. The most powerful warriors were Hector and Achilles. Both men were given the title of heroes and displayed great power‚ skills and courage. But the values of Hector and Achilles proved to be different from
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