Ancient Greek literature and history from Andromache to Achilles reveal how compassion and mercy shape war and human dignity.

As an epic poem about the Trojan War, that momentous clash of two great armies around the city of Troy, Homer’s Iliad describes many acts of combat. Of these, the climactic battle to which all the ...

In legend, Achilles, Greek warrior and hero of the Trojan War, fought Trojan prince Hector to avenge the death of his friend Patroclus. Hector had killed Patroclus, and he planned to cut off Patroclus ...

A painting showing Odysseus recognizing Achilles, who is disguised as a woman. Paris, Musée Du Louvre. DeAgostini/Getty Images Celebrations are a joyous time of reuniting with family and friends. But ...