Achilles Quote by Homer
“Fear, O Achilles, the wrath of heaven; think on your own father and have compassion upon me, who am the more pitiable”
About This Quote
Source Epic: The Iliad, Book 24, c. 8th century BC
Achilles is urged to consider his father's suffering and show mercy, highlighting the tension between personal grief and divine justice.
In simple terms: Calls for compassion despite personal loss.
Key Takeaway
Balance personal grief with empathy.
Themes
war
family
compassion
Mood
tragic
reflective
Type
mythic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- battlefield
- family mourning
- court negotiations
Key Concepts
heroic code
divine retribution
Questions to Reflect On
- Can vengeance ever be justified?
- How does personal loss shape moral choices?
A Different Perspective
Mercy may be seen as weakness in war.
