What is a hero? Do you have any heroes in life that you look up to? What does a hero mean to you? Everyone thinks of a hero differently, therefore.…
“There goes my hero, watch him as he goes! There goes my hero, he's ordinary!” (Foo Fighters) Heroes are average, ordinary people with an extraordinary heart for others; heroes can be conditioned and shaped. This quality exemplifies the fact that anyone can be truly heroic. Being formed by training, I believe hero's are shaped by the following: practice, hard work, and a militarized state of mind.…
Each individual has a different perspective on the definition of a hero. Some heroes can be firefighters, law enforcement, dogs, teachers, and/or volunteers. A hero can be a leader or a follower, a commoner or royalty, mentally or physically strong, as long as her or she performs acts of fearlessness that the general public can benefit from. The constantly changing depiction of the characteristics that define a hero can be explained by the evolvement of societal norms and times that date back to the sovereignties of ancient heroes. All the way from 2,500 BC with Sumerian hero Gilgamesh, and over to the 5h century BC Greek heroes, Odysseus and Oedipus, audiences are given a clear perception of the similarities as well as differences amongst those labeled as heroes today. The time period and societal norms hold a strong influence on the true meaning and definition of a hero.…
In the article Ancient Heroes, from The Courier Mail on June 11, 2013 it was stated that “A hero was a man admired for his great strength and super-human abilities…The stories of these people have passed on through time, from present, to story, to history, to myth, to legend.” Heroes were very courageous and went through tough times; but if they are also said to be somebody who does something dangerous to save someone, then they don’t fit that definition. Greek heroes were actually quite selfish and conceited. They were not someone you would want your children to look up to as role models in this time. Though in that time you probably wanted to be just like them. There were many heroes that did very courageous things or did things and shouldn’t have lived. There was even a hero who believed he got through and finished all his quests because the gods had a…
What is a hero? When the word “hero” is brought up most people think about superheros or just about anyone that saves lives, but in my opinion, heroism is much more than that. This essay is about what my definition of heroism is. A hero helps others in ways most people wouldn't, a hero inspires people, and a hero doesn't let their fear control them.…
When people define the word hero it usually varies by age, gender, and generation when they answer, and even though people's connotations of the word may vary, the denotation and the connotation always seen to cross paths with each other. According to Merriam-Webster.com the definition of hero is "a person who is admired for great or a brave act or fine qualities: a person who is greatly admired: the chief male character in a story, play, movie, ect." A person's connotation and the denotation both have to do with someone being admired or a person who has performed a great act of selflessness. The word "brave" means "Ready to face or endure danger or pain", and that’s exactly what people associate with a hero. People imagine a person who will put their life on the line to save someone elses, and they are admired greatly for it.…
The first thing I would like to say is the definition of a hero "Someone who behaves selflessly, usually at considerable personal risk and sacrifice, to comfort or empower others and to make the world a better place." The reason that I am writing about this is that it has been brought to my attention about military personnel, firefighters, and police officers being considered hero’s.…
I believe that a veteran is a hero because they fight for us, they Serve our country, they also help other countries in need of help, And they also leave their loved ones for us, and that could be really hard for them especially if they have kids. Veterans are heros because they risk their lives for us, and for their families.…
A hero is someone who is courageous and sd a hero to make it saves other’s life. Many people can think a celebrity, a soldier, or just someone who helps others is a hero. If someone is being harassed they would need a hero to make it stop. A hero can be a police officer who gets a criminal, or it can be a firefighter who gallantly gets a kitten out of a tree. Some people have their own definitions of a hero.…
A great poet once said “We grew up cheering for the underdog because we see ourselves in them” (Shane Koyczan To This Day). When you think of a hero what do you think of ? Is it a guy in a cape, or a mom who works three jobs to support her struggling family? When you read that comic book where hero starts as a regular person. Who is just like everyone that no one believes. Everyone was once an underdog even that hero. You kept your faith in someone or something no one else did. And by the end of that comic series that hero did not gain money or get a reward, they paid the overall price.…
Everyone has a different definition of a hero. Mine is a person who has impacted my life, or lives in general. They are selfless and genuine people who care about others more than themselves. A hero has no gender, size, or age. Anyone is capable of being a hero, but it’s very rare to find someone who possesses all of the qualities. People like a war veteran, a public figure, or an everyday person are all people who fit my definition of a hero. Irena Sendler, Tyler Joseph, and my mom are prime examples of what I think a hero is and should…
Heroism is a quality many aspire to but few achieve. Depending on the current culture and view of a particular society the definition of what it means to be a hero varies. Greek culture shared many values and ideals throughout all of its cities. However, some differences can be seen in cities such as Athens and Sparta. The readings from Homer, Xenophon, Aristophanes, and Thucydides explain the Greek ideals about heroism. While the religious groups of Christians, Muslims, and Jews shared some basic concepts they differed greatly from the Greek vision. The Christian Sermon on the Mount, the Jewish Hebrew Scriptures, and the Muslim Koran all praise a similar version of a hero.…
Some people believe that a hero should be strong, brave, and smart. Others believe that a hero should be someone who gives back to the community. I believe that my mom fits the criteria for a hero because she is a moral person who is exceptional at her obligations. I admire my mom because of her caring nature for my sister and me, her hard work ethic, and her outgoing and friendly personality.…
What is a hero? In the dictionary, it is defined a hero as a man of distinguished courage or ability, admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities. However, for me, heroes are not those who have special abilities like flying through the sky, shooting lasers out of their eyes, or controlling other people’s minds, but just normal people who solve problems and save the people from the risk in today’s society. Actually, in our society, a hero is a normal person as average as friends, family or strangers that see a problem and take it upon themselves to fix it. Heroes have existed for years, but they have slightly different characteristics depending on the age. Usually the heroes of the past, especially in Korea, won the…
What makes Annie Sullivan significant? The traits that she showed in The Miracle Worker by William Gibson made her significant. In this story she showed many characteristics that make her unique in comparison to other teachers. Being half blind herself, she could relate to Helen in some ways. Annie Sullivan exemplified many heroic qualities such as patience, perseverance, and self-determination.…