individuals, even if they have never opened the pages themselves, have at least heard of the Iliad and Odyssey by Homer, along with the Aeneid by Virgil; and for good reason. These epic poems were read by all cultured Greeks and Romans, deeply internalized in order to grasp some of the deeper meaning that lay behind these ancient author's verses. The Iliad and Aeneid each wholeheartedly embodied the values and beliefs of the Greek and Roman worlds respectively, remaining a fundamental part of secondary
The Aeneid and the Iliad are both marvelous works consisting of powerful meanings and themes. Virgil and Homer are both acclaimed writers, even though it is debated if Homer ever even existed. Overall, both works have serious tones, but differences are seen mainly with the characters. In the Iliad, Helen is treated as an object while in the Aeneid, Helen has more character, and is sought after to be killed. Also, the Aeneid has a more biased point of view then the Iliad. Furthermore, the Iliad’s
civilizations of Greece and Rome are the Aeneid, and the Iliad. The Aeneid written by Virgil, is a Latin epic poem that articulates the story of Aeneas, a Trojan who embarks on a journey to the Italian peninsula in order to found the Roman Empire (page 489-490). The Iliad, one of two oral histories told by Homer, describes the tenth year of the Trojan War, following the Greek warrior Achilles and his crisis of identity (page 332). The characters Aeneas and Achilles are the archetypal heroes of ancient
significant character depicted in the format of an epic poem. The Aeneid written by Virgil, is a Latin epic poem that articulates the famous story of Aeneas, a Trojan who embarks on a journey to the Italian peninsula in order to found the Roman Empire. The Iliad, one of two epic poems told by Homer, describes the tenth year of the Trojan War, following the Greek warrior Achilles and his crisis of identity. The characters Aeneas and Achilles are the archetypal heroes of ancient times. These heroes characteristics
served to memorialize the similar yet unique cultures of Greece and Rome. Two of the greatest of these poems, The Aeneid and The Iliad, share a few things in common, while yet retaining individuality. As the heroes of epic poems, both Achilles and Aeneas have been designed to illustrate traits, complete deeds, and demonstrate morals that were valued in their particular society. Achilles, the hero of The Iliad, demonstrates the values that were more important in Greek culture, namely glory and valor
Parallel Lives Aeneas and Achilles In the art of literature, a hero demonstrates the embodiment of the ideals of creating culture. Achilles and Aeneas are both demigods from two great epics encompassing the developing years of Greek and Roman mythology. Aeneas from Virgil’s Aeneid and Achilles from Homer’s Iliad are similar heroes but have portrayals that make them completely different heroes because of different cultural standpoint. Aeneas becomes the new hero as he possess characteristics of a
Achilles and Aeneas are both known legends in their own right. Though on opposing sides of the Trojan War, they were both vital to their respective armies. Exceptional due to their divine births, they both stood ahead of their peers. Despite this they were still very different from each other. In the book The Iliad written by Homer and The Aeneid written by Virgil we see a few of these similarities and differences between the two as each author breaks down the life of both characters. In order
Homer and Virgil were ancient authors who wrote two of the greatest epic poems in history; the Iliad and Aeneid. These masterpieces are composed of many different aspects that make them unique. These aspects included having limitation on roles of the heroes and gods and goddesses, the different point of view on what a hero is, the heroic code, and the different subjects within each epic. The works were both presented a world filled with gods and goddesses, and heroes fighting remarkable wars. Homer
describes gruesome battle scenes but never with a disdainful tone. Achilles, although he has many character flaws, is undoubtedly the hero of the story. For example, the Trojan people and the Greek gods barely even blame him for desecrating Hector’s body. It is Apollo, god of knowledge, who must come to lifeless Hector’s defense: “…brave though [Achilles] be we gods may take it ill that he should vent his fury upon dead clay.” Achilles, because he is a great fighter, is allowed exception from traditional
Aeneas is another example of an epic hero. Aeneas is the main character, of the Aeneid. Aeneas of Virgil’s Aeneid is a very interesting character. Commonly considered to be a hero, Aeneas, however, does not have all the traits of the hero, as we would understand from the common definition of this word. Unlike most heroes, Aeneas must constantly be