The traditional Homeric hero is a man of noble birth and impressive appearance who fights bravely for his own honor, which is more important and valuable than life itself.
His profligacy is to be regarded kindly, for it is a sign of high spirits and noble birth.
Men of noble birth, are noted to be envious towards new men, when they rise.
He was of noble birth and high rank.
They are trained in this art from their youth, and are not always of noble birth, or liberal education.
"Happy is the land whose ruler is of noble birth, and whose chiefs take food at the right time, for strength and not for feasting."
He also maintained the tradition of choosing leaders in a mass meeting, and people under his rule were able to advance by ability rather than noble birth.
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