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Achilles and Odysseus were both very great and important Greek heroes. ... Achilles and Odysseus although were very different, still had many similarities. ...
Many of the Greek heroes enjoyed very close relationships- Achilles was very close to Patroclus. ... After Achilles left the Greek army, he told Patroclus to hand Breisies (his prize) over to Agamemnon. ... ’ This quote clearly shows what a great and loyal friend Patroclus is to Achilles. Considering the amount of trust that he puts in him, I think that Achilles believes in Patroclus like a friend and brother.
Unlike Achilles, Odysseus didn’t have a close comrade, but instead, was extremely close to his wife- Penelope. ... ’ Odysseus obviously had a very harmonious relationship with his wife. ... Achilles left the Achaean army because Agamemnon (King of Argos) wanted to commandeer his prize. ... To regain his honor, Achilles consulted his mother. ... Achilles is right in thinking that dishonor is a fate worse than death. ...
Unlike Achilles, Odysseus used to think that the family and the home were more important than honor and self-pride, although honor was an essential value in his life. I do not believe that Odysseus spent even one day without thinking, “Where shall a man find sweetness to surpass his own home and parents?” Odysseus longs for his home, wife and son more than he longs for the respect, honor, dignity and pride of heroes. This is one of Odysseus’ most distinguishing qualities. ...
Another significant quality of Achilles and Odysseus is their relationship with the Gods. Achilles, the son of Goddess Thetis, was a demi-god and hence had a very direct and close bond with the Gods and their world.
Approximate Word count = 1332
Approximate Pages = 5.3
(250 words per page double spaced)
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