What makes a man/woman a become a "hero"?

Answer 1

I believe it was Disraeli who defined a hero as, "One who sees what must be done, and does it."

I like that.

Answer 2

This article is about the type of person known as a "hero". For other uses, see Hero (disambiguation).
"Heroine", the feminine of "hero", should not be confused with heroin, the drug.
From the Greek cognate ἣρως, in mythology and folklore, a hero (male) or heroine (female) is an eminent character archetype that quintessentially embodies key traits exalted in the originating culture. The hero commonly possesses superhuman capabilities or idealized character traits which enable him or her to perform extraordinary, beneficial deeds (i.e., "heroic deeds") that inspire fame (compare villain).
A hero usually fulfills the definitions of what is considered good and noble in the originating culture. However, in literature, particularly in tragedy, the hero may also have serious flaws which lead to a downfall, e.g. Hamlet. Such heroes are often called tragic heroes.

Sometimes a person might achieve a high enough status to become courageous in people's minds. This often leads to a rapid growth of myths around the person in question, often attributing him or her with extraordinary powers.

Some social commentators prescribe the need for heroes in times of social upheaval or national self-doubt, seeing a requirement for virtuous role models, especially for the young [CITE?]. Such myth-making may have worked better in the past: current trends may confuse heroes and their hero-worship with the cult of mere celebrity.

But simple a good mom or dad can be a hero to a child by just being a good parent and being there a being supportive.

Answer 3

Everyones a hero in their own right. If you are a parent your a hero to your kids, if your an athlete you are sometimes somebodies hero. If you were awarded a medal you get branded a hero. The question is what kind of hero do you want to be. I dont want someone to hand me a medal and say iam a hero. I dont want to be told iam someones hero either, I just try to make impacts in lives.

Answer 4

Anything that will benefit others, mostly without any reward. You don't necessarily have to DIE or anything, but you have to make some kind of difference in the community you live in. Even if it's just saving cats from trees, or helping the elderly across the street, you are a hero/heroinne in their eyes.

Answer 5

Being an inspiration to someone else. So, yes, the survivors of 911 and Katrina are heroes because they went through so much, and if they can deal with what was dealt to them, that inspires me to deal with what is dealt to me. Also, my Mom inspires me, so she is my hero. Also, seeing Superman with such strong abs inspires me to do sit ups, so he is a hero.

Answer 6

Not only give "give your life for other's one life", but giving a part of it, making the exception on the rule... it means: Doing something with trascendance... something good for some1.... the worst on it is now we're making plastic-heroes, with no good things done.

Answer 7

It depends on each individuals definition of 'hero'

Answer 8

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Answer 9

I would say that doing an unselfish act not considering the consequences

Answer 10

Courage.