What was Hector s attitude to Paris NU Homer c - BCE presents war honour and family bonds in his well-known epic The Iliad BCE Hector and Paris are brothers but their attitudes differ Hector often criticises Paris for weakness yet he also shows love and concern as a brother Criticism of Cowardice Hector feels Paris is not brave in war He blames him for avoiding battle Hector says Paris brings shame to Troy Thy hate to Troy is this the time to show He calls him cowardly for hiding while others fight This shows Hector s frustration He values courage and responsibility above all Rebuke for Helen s Abduction Hector also criticises Paris for taking Helen He thinks this action has brought disaster The war deaths and sufferings come from Paris deed Hector shows anger that Paris puts love over duty Paris admits Hector s rebuke is fair saying