-Greece: Crucible of Civilization
Back in October, we watched a video called "Greece: Crucible of Civilization" that outlines the history of Ancient Greece until the Persian Wars. I copied down a line from the narration, as I thought it was particularly applicable to not only Greek history, but the hero's epic as well. Just as the Greeks won respect and a strong reputation for their triumph in the face of danger, Odysseus became the hero that he was through overcoming obstacles. The magnitude of these obstacles helped augment his glory, for it is true: the more difficult the task, the more praise you merit.
I agree with what Hannah has said above, suffering in order to achieve reward is a prominent ideal and value in the Greek's civilization. This entitlement of "deserving" what one has worked for is a point that Homer certainly points out in his epic, The Odyssey. It also demonstates a balance in life that the Greek's honoured and thought to be a requirement in order to survive.
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