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The Iliad, Book 6, lines 580-584. In his farewell to his wife, Hector speaks here about the ancient Greek idea of fate, believing that his life and death are controlled by it. He tells his wife Andromache not to be so upset or worried about him during the conflicts of war, saying that no man can kill him if he is not fated to die.
Learn about the death of Hector in "The Iliad" by Homer. Learn why Achilles and Hector fight and how Achilles kills Hector, which brings the story...
21 lis 2023 · Explore the theme of fate in The Iliad and how it compares to free will. Learn about the fates of Achilles, Hector, and the gods. See quotes that relate to fate. Updated: 11/21/2023. What is...
With the Greek forces massed for assault, she warns him that his fiery courage will lead to his destruction. She turns out to be correct, foreshadowing that Hector will die later in the war. The Iliad, Book 6, lines 522-529.
Hector's death in the Iliad occurs when he faces Achilles outside the walls of Troy. Despite his fear, Hector confronts Achilles, leading to a duel where both exchange spear throws.
21 lis 2023 · Near the end of the poem, Hector is killed by the Greek warrior Achilles, his main enemy, because Achilles is avenging the death of his companion, Patroclus, whom Hector killed.
Achilles has killed Hector in combat, in revenge for the death of his beloved friend Patroclus. Not content merely with his death, Achilles has dishonored his body by dragging it around the...
