shot by Paris, Hector\u2019s brother.<\/strong><\/p>\nVindictive<\/h3>\n
With all that is written about Achilles, first and foremost, he was regarded as a hero as he was the most effective soldier in the Greek army<\/strong> during the Trojan War. According to myths from the time after Homer, Achilles was invulnerable, and without him, the Greeks would not have been able to beat the Trojans.<\/p>\nHowever, Achilles’ dark side was also made known. Even in the battle-hardened culture of their civilization, some behaviors are forbidden, such as those that do not adhere to 21st-century morality. An example of this is the way Achilles defiled Hector\u2019s body after killing him. Not even the Greeks or the gods could approve of it.<\/strong><\/p>\nFrequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\nAre Beowulf and Achilles Similar?<\/h3>\n
There are many similarities between the two<\/strong>. Both Beowulf and The Iliad are epic poems, and for poems to be considered epic, they must meet certain criteria. These two poems feature a hero who greatly affects the fate and future of their respective kingdoms. They both engaged with supernatural creatures and emerged victorious. They are widely celebrated and lead glorious lives as warriors.<\/p>\nWho Would Prevail If Achilles and Beowulf Engaged in Combat?<\/h3>\n
It is hard to determine who would win between them as there are several factors to consider. While Achilles is believed to be invulnerable<\/strong> (except for his heel) due to his immersion in the River Styx, Beowulf possesses incredible strength<\/strong>, which is believed to be equal to that of 30 men. So, if they engage in a fight and Beowulf manages to capture the ever-swift Achilles, Beowulf would have the upper hand to apply his incredible strength.<\/p>\nIn addition, with the Scandinavian custom of “flyting,” or ritually exchanging insults, and Achilles\u2019 famous temper, Beowulf might be able to tease Achilles into a wrestling match, which would favor him.<\/p>\n
On the contrary, Achilles\u2019 physical invulnerability and intense desire for victory might make him win as well. In conclusion, even if all of their heroic talents and attributes are taken into account, there are so many similarities and distinctions between these two great figures that it is difficult to predict who would prevail.<\/p>\n
Is Achilles the Odyssey’s hero?<\/h3>\n
No, Odysseus is the protagonist of The Odyssey while Achilles is the hero of The Iliad, although some may argue that Hector is the real hero of The Iliad<\/strong>. Those are two different epic poems, but they are connected to each other. The Iliad is the first epic poem that narrates the story of the Trojan War, which erupted due to Helen\u2019s kidnapping by Menelaus, a Greek and the brother of King Agamemnon. The culprit is Paris, a Trojan, and son of King Priam.<\/p>\nAchilles is a famous Greek warrior who fought with the Trojans. Even before the Odyssey started, Achilles has already passed away. According to The Iliad, Achilles was given a choice to live a full life or to die young.<\/p>\n
Was Hector a More Effective Fighter Than Achilles?<\/h3>\n
No, while Hector is braver and has higher morals in comparison to Achilles, the latter is a stronger and better fighter. Hector died as a hero fighting for his people, whereas Achilles was merely fighting for himself<\/strong>. In this regard, Hector excels above them all. He was even pleasant in treating Helen, who was the cause of the battle between the Greeks and the Trojans. Hector was still forgiving toward her.<\/p>\nUnlike the Achaean leaders, Hector demonstrates even greater honor by taking part in battles within his own realm. He is a family man who loves his wife and kids and often thinks of them before himself, unlike Achilles, whose only concern is his own well-being. Even though Hector is devoted to his family, he never neglects his responsibilities to Troy. So, between Hector and Achilles, one can say that Hector was a better leader and person as a whole.<\/strong><\/p>\nConclusion<\/h2>\n
Achilles and Beowulf have a lot in common<\/strong>, as they are both epic heroes in their respective periods. As both are legendary heroes known for their courage, endurance, and strength, they are often compared to each other. Below are the keynotes of their similarities and differences.<\/p>\n\n- Both Beowulf and Achilles have a royal lineage. Beowulf even became king when he inherited the throne from his cousin, Heardred. Achilles, on the other hand, is the son of Peleus, a Greek king.<\/li>\n
- They are both excellent warriors and succeeded in almost all of their battles. They both love the fame and glory that comes along with every successful battle.<\/li>\n
- The main differences between Beowulf and Achilles are their motivation and temper. Achilles fiercely pursues his personal goals above all else, whereas Beowulf never loses sight of the interests of his people.<\/li>\n
- Achilles is known to be vindictive. It was shown in how he mistreated Hector\u2019s corpse as revenge for the death of his friend, Patroclus.<\/li>\n
- Beowulf seems more sensible and consistent in his deeds and conduct. Beowulf\u2019s motivation begins to shift as he matures, from being self-centered to more of a heroic cause. He performs his actions not only for personal gain but also to save and protect people from harm.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
To sum it up, both have strengths and flaws that may be bigger or fewer than those of the other. They have performed numerous brave deeds<\/strong>, though, and that makes them both deserving of the title of hero in their own right.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Beowulf vs Achilles, what are their similarities and differences? To begin with, they are both heroes from epic poems, but they greatly differ in how they conduct themselves. One deserves greater respect than the other. Both Achilles and Beowulf are seen as great heroes, however, they are similar, and also different. Find out more about…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[2051],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ancient-literature.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/22862"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ancient-literature.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ancient-literature.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ancient-literature.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ancient-literature.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=22862"}],"version-history":[{"count":9,"href":"https:\/\/ancient-literature.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/22862\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":23205,"href":"https:\/\/ancient-literature.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/22862\/revisions\/23205"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ancient-literature.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=22862"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ancient-literature.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=22862"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ancient-literature.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=22862"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}