Hero
A hero usually means someone who has accomplished and task
that no one else has accomplished. At least that’s what the majority might
think. I however, believe that a hero is not someone who just completes a
difficult task but encourages and inspires others. A good example of this is
the story from Homers Odyssey in where Odysseus blinds the Cyclops. The way he
was able to accomplish this was by being a leader and inspire his man. Even
close to death he encouraged and raised their hope whilst on the edge of life.
The definition of a hero could mean many things but, one I agree on is someone
who has the characteristics of a leader who is willing to set the example for
others even if it means risking his or hers life.
Picture of Odysseus and the cyclops
Another good definition of a hero is
a person who cares for someone else and is willing to sacrifice his or her life
for someone else. Another good example is the on when Odysseus goes back to Circe's home to find his man. Even though a survivor begs him not to go back or
he will stay there with the rest of the men. Stubborn but with good reason
Odysseus goes forth to rescue his men from the Circe’s evil magic regardless of
the odds. This is a good example of what a person should be if they are
considered a hero. Odysseus gives many more examples of being hero but this one
in particular was very intriguing. The reason for that being is because in the
past stories he would take warnings and listen to them however, this warning he
totally ignored. Which, I believe was because he was done with losing more of
his men and seeing more death. In conclusion I believe that hero should be someone
who inspires, encourages and also someone who risks everything for someone else
just like Odysseus did on his travel home.
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