A Hero in Disguise
A hero is one who often times has immense physical strength, romantic appeal, and has a great deal of strength in battle. A hero can be defined as “a mythological or legendary figure often of divine descent endowed with great strength or ability” (Merriam-Webster). Many times one can find a hero possessing these qualities in fairy tales, mythological stories, or even in their own home. He may be the prince who wakes his Sleeping Beauty, Hercules who endures much turmoil, or a father who is sent off to fight for his country in a war. However, Sir Thomas More is not any of these men. He is not a man of extraordinary strength, exceptional good looks, or fights in any physical battles. Instead, More is the hero unlike any other. He can be defined as “a man admired for his achievements and noble qualities” or “one that shows great courage” (Merriam-Webster). He is one who fights a spiritual battle. One would say he is a martyr who is largely respected and looked upon......
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