Odysseus Heroic Acts

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A heroic act is one where you prioritize the safety and well-being of others over your own. However, performing a heroic act doesn't necessarily make you a hero, as you may still have flaws and make mistakes. In The Odyssey, Odysseus demonstrates heroism in several instances. He first shows this by tricking the Cyclops by pretending that his name is "Nobody." Later, he takes the initiative to prevent his crewmates from being lured to their deaths by the sirens' song. He does this by ordering his men to tie him to the mast of the ship and put beeswax in their ears so that they cannot hear the tempting song. He also carefully considers the consequences of his actions before making decisions, and he never gives up in the face of danger. These examples highlight Odysseus' selflessness and willingness to put himself in harm's way to protect his crewmates and ultimately lead them home safely. …show more content…
For example, after he attacks the Cyclops, he foolishly boasts and reveals his real name. This puts him and his crew in danger, as the Cyclops throws a rock at him and asks his Father, Poseidon, to avenge him. As a result, Odysseus is the only one who survives his journey. Furthermore, upon arriving home, instead of forgiving the suitors, he kills them all. This act is not heroic as it shows vengeance. Overall, while Odysseus has some heroic moments, his tendency to boast, cheat on his wife, and commit murder makes it difficult to label him as a truly heroic

Odysseus Heroic Act

A heroic act is when you put others first instead of yourself. A heroic act doesn't necessarily mean you're a hero, as you can still be a bad person. Odysseus first acts heroic by tricking the Cyclops. His name is nobody. He also ties himself to the ship mass and puts beeswax over his men's ears so they can't hear the siren's song. He also thinks about his actions before he acts. He doesn't give up in the face of danger, and that's how he got home. Most of these are putting himself in danger to save…

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How Do Odysseus Act Heroic Acts

What is a heroic act? According to Merriam-Webster, it is defined as "exhibiting or marked by courage and daring". But does this mean Odysseus acts heroically? Well, throughout "The Odyssey", "The Most Dangerous Game" and the song "Holding out for a Hero" heroic acts are discussed and performed frequently. Helping us to get a better idea of what being a hero and acting heroically really means. To begin, in "Holding out for a Hero" by Bonnie Tyler, she talks about how she is holding out for a hero…

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Heroic Act In The Odyssey

Heroic acts can come from anyone at any time. For example, a man could save a person from getting hit by a car, which is a heroic act by putting someone else first. Even if it means you hurt yourself. What constitutes a heroic act can be as simple as showing great courage, to saving a life. "People who engage in lifelong heroism (such as professional nurses who regularly comfort the sick and dying) do share a number of important personality traits such as empathy, nurture, and a need to live by a…

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Odysseus And Beowulf Analysis

Stories of heroes and acts of heroism have become a staple throughout the history of story-telling, existing in all human cultures and reflecting the value systems of both modern and ancient societies. While these stories have provided outstanding entertainment to audiences, they have additionally educated viewers on the attributes that define a hero. Being the most renowned out of all literary works, the narratives centered around the heroic acts of Odysseus and Beowulf are notable exemplifications…

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The Odysseus King Of Ithaca

journey of Odysseus King of Ithaca . Odysseus was known to be the smartest man of his time. He was one of the best fighters at the time The king of Ithaca had many flaws though. He was known to be a hero, but he often did not live up to his name. Three times when he was un-heroic were: the battle with the cyclops, the battle with Scylla/Charybdis and his issues with Poseidon. The first un-heroic time was when he didn't thank the gods for safe passage journey to Troy and the war the won . Odysseus didn't…

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Examples Of Heroic Actions In The Odyssey

In the first part of The Odyssey, Odysseus acts very brave, shows tremendous leadership, and retaliates against his enemies. These are the traits of a hero and he expresses these throught the myth. To be brave you must have good traits and must be strong and fierce. Not only that but to be a leader, you must have good communication and captain like skills. Last but not least, to retaliate against your enemies, yi must be a fighter at will. The heroic actions he shows start off with the Downfall…

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Odysseus: A True Hero

“heros wear capes”, “they can fly”, or “they are super strong”. There is more to a hero than just their physical appearance. A hero is someone who is self sacrificing, persevering, sets an example and never acts immature and self centered. Heros are self sacrificing and persevering. A heroic figure needs to put others before themselves, and they have to be able to put there life in risk for the well being of others. Also, when a hero has a goal to accomplish, they never give up. True heroes continue…

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Monomyth In The Odyssey

Throughout history, heroes have been visible in all cultures. Different cultures view different traits as heroic, so a person might be considered a hero in one culture, not in another. These heroes are both male and female, and even though they are different, they both have equally challenging roles. In The Odyssey by Homer, Penelope is a great example of a female hero. Monomyth is a popular storytelling method used in many myths and stories. Its divided into three events and has stages in between…

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Odysseus As A Hero In Homer's Odyssey

constitutes a heroic act? A heroic act is when someone shows extreme courage. Whether it is when saving lives or when undertaking actions desperately as a last resort. In my opinion, Odysseus was extremely heroic. But, he also had moments where he was a coward. For example, in book 9 of the Odyssey, he was very heroic. Odysseus and his men were trapped in the Polyphemus, the Cyclops cave. There was a huge rock covering the cave entrance, trapping the men in there. In this book, Odysseus would be known…

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Odysseus Greek Hero

have a strong love for their people and a spirit of sacrifice (Mădălina 3). Odysseus is believed to be a great Greek hero who encompasses these ideals, yet his actions in the ten years following the Trojan War say otherwise. Rather than a great hero, Odysseus is a great trickster, “recognized by certain traits: malice, slyness, cunning, greed and an inclination to cheat and use spells or illusion” (Zieliski 3). Odysseus is continuously disloyal to Penelope and his country. He uses trickery and deception…

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