The Heroic Age - The Greek Worldview

Focusing on the Greek epic Hero, probe the worldview against which the Hero's journey unfolds. From Homer's Iliad, identify the core concepts of "necessity," "fate," and "heroic excellence" as they define the Hero's life mission and task. Consider the notion of agon—the struggle of the Hero to fulfill his or her destiny.

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  • Originally Aired January 1, 2009
  • Runtime 30 minutes
  • Network The Great Courses
  • Created January 2, 2024 by
    RicaRaducanu
  • Modified January 2, 2024 by
    RicaRaducanu