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Often, epic heroes can be characterized the same way. They are portrayed as superhuman beings, possessing strength, physical beauty, and intelligence. These heroes aspired to live by a heroic code that would ensure immortality by keeping their memory alive in the people. Homer’s The Iliad shows how the heroic c ....
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.... if he must leave her with a good name. Hektor wants Andromache to offer gifts to Athena in hopes that she will protect him. This shows his belief in the supreme power of the gods and the course of fate.
Paris is another Trojan prince that lives his life similar to Hektor’s. However, Paris seems to take the war lightly. On a visit, Hektor inspires Paris to join the ranks in the battles that are taking place because of him. He knows that thousands are dying for his cause, and feels that the responsible thing to do would be to participate. H ....
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