# Homer — Leviathan character guide

> Homer in Leviathan by Thomas Hobbes.

**Role:** minor

**First appearance:** 0003-part-i-of-man

## Who they are

Ancient Greek poet, author of the Iliad and Odyssey, cited as an authority.

## In the story

### [X: Of Power, Worth, Dignity, Honour, and Worthiness](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/leviathan_se/chapters/x-of-power-worth-dignity-honour-and-worthiness)

Referenced as the author of a hymn praising Mercury, used to illustrate the ancient view that honour is based on power rather than justice.

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