For background information to help you understand this small portion of The Iliad from the Language of Literature, you may wish to read about "The House of Atreus." Then read this section of The Iliad, and answer the questions below in complete paragraphs using only standard English.
Friday, September 4, 2009
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What lessons does The Iliad teach to people of all times and why are they important?
The lesson it teaches is "revenge isn't always sweet". Hector and Achilles only went toe for toe because Hector killed Achilles' best friend, Patroclus. That's the only reason why Achilles targeted him, because if Patroclus was still alive (in the story) Achilles would have no reason to intentionally go after Hector unless on the battle field with the other warriors. Another reason why revenge isn't always sweet is the fact that Achilles would eventually meet his fate soon as well.
A very Important lesson that Iliad teaches us is that Revenge is not always the best choice to get someone back. If you get revenge It will not make you feel better in the long run. It will either come back to haunt you or leave you feeling even worse than you did before. A good example was with Achilles. Achilles thought that avenging the death of his friend would make him feel better. but it only made him feel bad when it was all said and done
The lesson taught in this story is to gain knowledge before entering a situation. Achilles felt the need to avenge his friends, Patroclus's death. Patroclus helped lead the way to his death in assort. If patroclus didn't steal Achilles armor to scare the Troy soldiers, he wouldn't have been a target. So before deciding to do something when you know the consequences of that situation, always think and gain knowledge.
The lesson that came across in this story is that you shouldn't jump to conclusions if you really and truly don't know the whole situation. See, if Achilles didn't jump to conclusions he won't have such a drive to revenge his friend. when he decided to avenge is friend he stared to full fill the prophecy that would bring him to his end
The lesson in the story is revenge is not always the right choice. Achilles fought Hector for revenge for the sake of Patroclus, but he didn't have to deal with it that way he could have dealt with it more maturely and found a better solution than the destruction of Hectors life. Since Achilles wanted to take revenge, karma will now take place and will decide his fate.
There are many lessons that the Iliad teaches. One lesson that is taught is how to be brave through many circumstances. This is displayed clearly with King Priam when he goes to the Greeks tent to redeem his son body. He shows how to be brave. Another lesson that is taught is to always show loyalty to a friend although they are away. Achilles showed that he was loyal to Patrocles when he sought revenge against Hector for the death of Patrocles. This showed how to stay loyal. Lastly, it is important not to be selfish. Achilles was selfish when he did not go to war because of his personal affairs. When he did this he caused his country to almost be defeated and also the death of his dear friend. All of the effects could have been avoided if he did not be so selfish. All in all, three lessons that can be taught is bravery, loyalty, and also it is not good to be selfish.
The lesson here is that revenge is not always the best option. Thetis warned that Hector's death would seal Achilles fate and he would soon follow. Achilles listened, but upon hearing of the death of his friend Patrocles, he became blinded by rage and jumped at the chance to avenge his fallen friend. Blinded by this rage, he killed Hector and sealed his fate. Though he was avenging Patrocles, the omen that his fate would be sealed should've provided him enough of an alarm to rethink his actions.
The Iliad teaches that arrogance can be deadly. In the Iliad, Achilles is completely arrogant, refusing to heed the warning of his mother that if he chose glory over a normal life, he'd die young. She also warned him specifically not to kill Tenes of Troy who was also the sun of Apollo, but he did anyway and provoked the wrath of Apollo, who's fiery arrows devastate the Greek army.
The Iliad teaches the familiar lesson of thinking clearly before acting. Thinking clearly is an important lesson to learn, because one may not have to suffer, or cause suffering beacause of their hasty actions. Achilles is a prime example of an unwise momentary decision. Achilles kills Hector, and refuses to return his body to the Trojans out of spite, only to have Priam make an appeal to Achilles that moved him emotionally, and convinced him to allow Priam to take his son's corpse back to Troy for a proper burial. Had Achilles not acted in hasty vengence by killing Hector and refusing to return the body for burial, Achilles would have saved Priam, Hecuba and Troy immense grief over not being able to give Hector a proper burial.
Upon reading the Iliad, one can assume the theme to be against revenge. As Hector is attacked and slain by Achilles, due to revenge, in turn, Achilles himself dies. Vengeance, in the end, didn't triumph, leaving the warrior to fall to his demise, not having time to rethink his actions, or even compromise. Instead, Achilles goes forth with his plan to kill Hector, the entire time, knowing he would die too. Through revenge, Achilles shows his ignorance, and falters in the end.
The Iliad teaches us that everyone has a weakness. Though some may seem thick-skinned, their is a way to get to them. Achilles' end shows us this lesson. It is an important lesson because people have opponents they must face (and/or battle) everyday. The possibility of finding that weakness in your opponent can lead to victory, whether it be that person's downfall or the obtaining of something otherwise unattainable.
The lesson it teaches is "revenge isn't always sweet". Hector and Achilles only went toe for toe because Hector killed Achilles' best friend, Patroclus. That's the only reason why Achilles targeted him, because if Patroclus was still alive (in the story) Achilles would have no reason to intentionally go after Hector unless on the battle field with the other warriors. Another reason why revenge isn't always sweet is the fact that Achilles would eventually meet his fate soon as well.
ReplyDeleteA very Important lesson that Iliad teaches us is that Revenge is not always the best choice to get someone back. If you get revenge It will not make you feel better in the long run. It will either come back to haunt you or leave you feeling even worse than you did before. A good example was with Achilles. Achilles thought that avenging the death of his friend would make him feel better. but it only made him feel bad when it was all said and done
ReplyDeleteThe lesson taught in this story is to gain knowledge before entering a situation. Achilles felt the need to avenge his friends, Patroclus's death. Patroclus helped lead the way to his death in assort. If patroclus didn't steal Achilles armor to scare the Troy soldiers, he wouldn't have been a target. So before deciding to do something when you know the consequences of that situation, always think and gain knowledge.
ReplyDeleteThe lesson that came across in this story is that you shouldn't jump to conclusions if you really and truly don't know the whole situation. See, if Achilles didn't jump to conclusions he won't have such a drive to revenge his friend. when he decided to avenge is friend he stared to full fill the prophecy that would bring him to his end
ReplyDeleteThe lesson in the story is revenge is not always the right choice. Achilles fought Hector for revenge for the sake of Patroclus, but he didn't have to deal with it that way he could have dealt with it more maturely and found a better solution than the destruction of Hectors life. Since Achilles wanted to take revenge, karma will now take place and will decide his fate.
ReplyDeleteThere are many lessons that the Iliad teaches. One lesson that is taught is how to be brave through many circumstances. This is displayed clearly with King Priam when he goes to the Greeks tent to redeem his son body. He shows how to be brave. Another lesson that is taught is to always show loyalty to a friend although they are away. Achilles showed that he was loyal to Patrocles when he sought revenge against Hector for the death of Patrocles. This showed how to stay loyal. Lastly, it is important not to be selfish. Achilles was selfish when he did not go to war because of his personal affairs. When he did this he caused his country to almost be defeated and also the death of his dear friend. All of the effects could have been avoided if he did not be so selfish. All in all, three lessons that can be taught is bravery, loyalty, and also it is not good to be selfish.
ReplyDeleteThe lesson here is that revenge is not always the best option. Thetis warned that Hector's death would seal Achilles fate and he would soon follow. Achilles listened, but upon hearing of the death of his friend Patrocles, he became blinded by rage and jumped at the chance to avenge his fallen friend. Blinded by this rage, he killed Hector and sealed his fate. Though he was avenging Patrocles, the omen that his fate would be sealed should've provided him enough of an alarm to rethink his actions.
ReplyDeleteThe Iliad teaches that arrogance can be deadly. In the Iliad, Achilles is completely arrogant, refusing to heed the warning of his mother that if he chose glory over a normal life, he'd die young. She also warned him specifically not to kill Tenes of Troy who was also the sun of Apollo, but he did anyway and provoked the wrath of Apollo, who's fiery arrows devastate the Greek army.
ReplyDeleteThe Iliad teaches the familiar lesson of thinking clearly before acting. Thinking clearly is an important lesson to learn, because one may not have to suffer, or cause suffering beacause of their hasty actions. Achilles is a prime example of an unwise momentary decision. Achilles kills Hector, and refuses to return his body to the Trojans out of spite, only to have Priam make an appeal to Achilles that moved him emotionally, and convinced him to allow Priam to take his son's corpse back to Troy for a proper burial. Had Achilles not acted in hasty vengence by killing Hector and refusing to return the body for burial, Achilles would have saved Priam, Hecuba and Troy immense grief over not being able to give Hector a proper burial.
ReplyDeleteUpon reading the Iliad, one can assume the theme to be against revenge. As Hector is attacked and slain by Achilles, due to revenge, in turn, Achilles himself dies. Vengeance, in the end, didn't triumph, leaving the warrior to fall to his demise, not having time to rethink his actions, or even compromise. Instead, Achilles goes forth with his plan to kill Hector, the entire time, knowing he would die too. Through revenge, Achilles shows his ignorance, and falters in the end.
ReplyDeleteThe Iliad teaches us that everyone has a weakness. Though some may seem thick-skinned, their is a way to get to them. Achilles' end shows us this lesson. It is an important lesson because people have opponents they must face (and/or battle) everyday. The possibility of finding that weakness in your opponent can lead to victory, whether it be that person's downfall or the obtaining of something otherwise unattainable.
ReplyDelete