• Beowulf, Hektor, and Achilleus represent cultures that lived thousands of years ago. They were heroes of the stories that were told in their culture. In the story of Beowulf, he had been represented as a good man, struggled against Grendel, an evil monster, and ultimately triumphed. (K12) In these battles; these characters showed clear signs of bravery, loyalty, and kindness. These glorious qualities are what people wanted to emulate in their lives and their heroes. There are many stories plus comparisons between today’s heroes and those of ancient times. Numerous children’s stories teach us the sort of behaviors that are needed to succeed in life and to overcome evil. Although, heroes prove to us that no matter how much suffering there is in the world,
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These brave heroes with supernatural qualities are often called into action to aid the individuals that are in danger, and do whatsoever they can to succeed in protecting those they are compelled to protect. Heroes from the bygone times faced battles that were frequently over dragons or evil humans. The two heroes Hektor and Achilleus had competing codes of honor. These honor codes compelled them to confrontation. Hektor believed he must fight Achilleus for the sake of Troy. Despite their different philosophies about how to dispose of the deceased in battle, and whatever the outcome may be, they should have the respect for dead. In contrast to Hektor’s pleading the respectful return the dead to their families, Achilleus believed leaving the departed on the field was equally reverent. Achilleus went onto say “on you the dogs and the vultures shall feed and foully rip you.” (K12) In a great deal of stories, the heroes or the villain don’t want to take the life of the other, but to just teach a lesson. Moreover, heroes from the past and today seem to be offered special powers, when the need is the greatest and all hope is about to be lost. Devine power, strength, and weapons will be provided by a supernatural
These brave heroes with supernatural qualities are often called into action to aid the individuals that are in danger, and do whatsoever they can to succeed in protecting those they are compelled to protect. Heroes from the bygone times faced battles that were frequently over dragons or evil humans. The two heroes Hektor and Achilleus had competing codes of honor. These honor codes compelled them to confrontation. Hektor believed he must fight Achilleus for the sake of Troy. Despite their different philosophies about how to dispose of the deceased in battle, and whatever the outcome may be, they should have the respect for dead. In contrast to Hektor’s pleading the respectful return the dead to their families, Achilleus believed leaving the departed on the field was equally reverent. Achilleus went onto say “on you the dogs and the vultures shall feed and foully rip you.” (K12) In a great deal of stories, the heroes or the villain don’t want to take the life of the other, but to just teach a lesson. Moreover, heroes from the past and today seem to be offered special powers, when the need is the greatest and all hope is about to be lost. Devine power, strength, and weapons will be provided by a supernatural