The ancient Greeks idealized and worshiped their heroes, this is depicted in Homer's epic poem, The Iliad. To become a hero in ancient Greece, one had to live and die in pursuit of glory and honor. Both Achilles and Hector seek victory in battle to become the “true hero.” While both characters possess many hero qualities, Hector is shown to be the true hero. Today, heroes are viewed as differently as the average person admired for courage or outstanding achievements such as firefighters and police officers. The ancient Greeks viewed heroes as those who acquire more than just courage, they must also be strong and inspiring. Although Achilles is shown to be many of these entities, the Iliad begins with Achilles' anger foreshadowing his departure from the battle that causes Greek ruin. "Anger - Goddess, sing the anger of Peleus' son, Achilles, / murderous, condemned, who cost the Achaeans / innumerable losses hurled many robust souls into the House of Death, souls of great fighters, / but made their bodies carrion for the dogs and birds / and by the will of Zeus...