Hubris

In Greek mythology, the Greek hero Achilles is often said to have hubris.

In Greek mythology, overwhelming pride or hubris is often used to illustrate the downfall of those who defy fate and the Greek gods.

Hubris and Greek mythology

• Hubris Crimes in Greek Tragedy and Law, ThoughtCo
• How the Mighty Fall: The Hubris of 6 Greek Heroes

See also

• Confidence
• Confidence vs. conceit
• Self-concept
• Pride
• Vanity
• Self-esteem
• Narcissism

External links

• Hubris and examples, Britannica
• History of a concept: Hubris, the overindulgence in excess, Le Monde
• Hubris, University of Idaho

Videos:

• Hubris, Nemesis and Greek Mythology
• Concept of Hubris Explained - Greek Mythology explained - What is Hubris