[Classical Studies 2200] - Final Exam Guide - Ultimate 153 pages long Study Guide!
27 Mar 2017
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The hero in classical myth: a brief overview. Hero is the main person in the story. Hercules wrestling the lion nemean lion- that was invincible to any weapon) and used one of the lions own claws to skin the lion and wore the skin around the world. Cylinder stamp from 4th century bce, sumeria (not greek) Well known hero from messabotania or balbanon. He has a lot in common with ancient greek heros. Picture: a guy he"s got two wild animals, one in each hand, this hero has supernatural power to deal with wild nature, they are tamers of wild nature, they are civilizing figures. He has the lion skin wrapped around his body. Greatest of the greek warriors at the battle of trop. Myths change to reflect the culture and the audience. He displays that we could be like him . He is very smart, clever + he can think his way of out situations.
