Felix Adler, a German American professor of social and political ethics, once said, “The hero is one who kindles a great light in the world.” Ultimately as a society, it’s conclusive that a hero is someone who leads the world in a way that no one else can. The idea of a hero is certainly subjective and is interpreted differently by many. A hero could be defined as someone who saves lives, or one who inspires others with their achievements. They are admired and placed in high personal regard for their impressive actions. Homer, author of the ancient Greek epic poem The Odyssey, explains the story of Odysseus, king of Ithaca, and his journey back home after the fall of Troy. Odysseus is illustrated as a man with a very complex personality, to which he obtains the expected qualities of a hero; yet he also acts against the idea of heroism. Many people believe that Odysseus fits the standards and expectations of a hero, because he possesses the desired traits of one. While others would disagree and argue that Odysseus is not a hero due to his foolish and selfish actions. Although, there are two sides to every argument, it is much more reasonable and clear to view Odysseus as unheroic. Through his careless acts and help from the gods, Odysseus is evidently not a hero. Odysseus is not a hero due to his irresponsible and illogical actions. As soon as Odysseus and his crew escape from the island of the Cyclopes, Odysseus foolishly shouts to Polyphemus, a Cyclops, that “if any mortal