Friday, October 1, 2010

Between Paris and Menelaus, who do you consider as a nobler/greater/more honorable man?



I would have to say that Menelaus is much more greater, much more noble, and much more honorable than Paris. It was clear that when Menelaus and Paris fought for Helen, Menelaus was more skill full and much more stronger. Also he stood by his word when he fought Paris-he met the terms of the fight. Not like Paris who retreats while fighting which wasn't the deal at all. Menelaus would really do anything so that he could get Helen back. Truly a warrior and king of Sparta. Also he is brave and courageous for he fought Paris straight on without hesitation. He knew that he would be the victor.If it wasn't for the help of Aphrodite, He couldn't have one the fight against Paris.
 Although Paris is of course somewhat noble and loyal. Paris is also good in battle but not good as Menelaus of course. If their battle continued without any help by Aphrodite, that couldn't have been the last battle Paris fought. For it is clear that without any help of god's, Menelaus couldn't killed Paris easily.







                There aren't many people nowadays who has these kinds of traits, like the people of Greece back then who where very loyal, humble, and other traits that made them be called the " The Glory That Was Greece". 
       Maybe the person that could maybe the Menelaus of our time is the people's champ Manny Pacquiao. If you think about it carefully, some traits of Menelaus can also be compared to Manny's. Like being brave and courageous and all that. Manny fights for the pride of his country and not only for the country itself but also for we Filipinos. It's like Manny Pacquiao is conquering the champions of each country. Just like Menelaus who is good in fighting for his country. They both also sacrificed so much for their country. So maybe that's why I picked Manny Pacquiao as the Menelaus of our time. Because he is also strong, courageous and brave.












1 comment:

  1. Score: 8

    I like the analogy between Menelaus and Manny. Acceptable enough.

    Good work!

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