In the epic The Iliad by Homer, there are two fighters worth discussing. These two gentlemen are Hector of the trojans and Achilles of the myrmidons. Each of these men have three qualities that describe who they are. While both champions are admirable, one is more praiseworthy than the other. Hector of the trojans is the man in question. Hector is the prince of Troy and has unlimited qualities but there are three that make up who he is. The first trait is his indecisive nature. This quality is laudable because oft times people commit to a path that they should have thought about more thoroughly.“Thus did he stand and ponder…”, Hector’s indecision when fighting Achilles bought him a few more precious moments in life. The second attribute is his loyalty. He shows this quality when standing at the gates of Troy. “...or to die gloriously here before the city”, in this sense, everyone can see that he is loyal to his beloved city. Finally, the quality most admirable about Hector is his bravery. When Hector is compared to Achilles, he is microscopic and insignificant, but despite this fact, he still battles Achilles one on one. “Thus did the two with many tears implore their son, but they moved not the heart of Hector, and he stood his ground awaiting huge Achilles as he drew nearer towards him”. …show more content…
The reason I find Hector more admirable is because he has three qualities that are more relatable. As heartbreaking as it is, I am not a cutthroat. I am not short tempered. I am not prideful. I am however, brave and loyal and extremely indecisive. All six of these qualities are unassailably exemplary but Hector’s qualities appeal to me more. They are more humane. The Iliad is an epic written by Homer. Within the pages of this epic are two men with three outstanding qualities. These two gentlemen are Prince Hector of Troy and King Achilles of the myrmidons. While both champions are admirable, one is more praiseworthy than the