Topic > The character themes of the Iliad and Salammbón

When Phoenix, Ajax and Odysseus visit Achilles to convince him to fight, Achilles shows the power of friendship by listening to them and not taking his anger out on them. Even though Achilles was angry at Agamemnon, he didn't let his anger get to him when he saw his friends. Even though he denies their offer, he still listens to them. Family is another relatable theme for audiences. From the family of Achilles to the family of Hector, there were characteristics that demonstrate the importance of the family in the transition and the larger economy. Achilles' mother prophesied about her son's future. It makes him know his future so that he can be aware of it. This shows how the family always cares and takes care of each other. Another example is King Priam, Hector's father who, crying freely, informs Achilles to fight for the correct burial of his son. This resembles Salammbo when Salammbo returns to Matho to take back the veil even if it means risking his life. These events lead to the text: "And so the Trojans buried Hector the horse breaker." This text emphasizes the gratitude and gratitude of the Trojans for being able to bury their own. Even though Hector was a skilled fighter, “destroyer of horses,” he was not strong enough to resist the confident and murderous Achilles. This is a very powerful message because it shows a very strong relationship between Hector and his father that the Trojans were able to bury Hector the