The anger that first struck Achilles in the Iliad eventually subsides until he compromises with his king, reconciles with his enemies, and completely accepts his fate. The argument that unleashes Achilles' anger is never resolved but is instead relegated to the past by a compromise with Agamemnon. Achilles' anger at the death of Patrokolus rages until the death and disgrace of Hector. Only by avenging his fallen companion will Achilles be able to accept his fate and calm his fury. After Hector's disgrace and the redemption of his body, a complete and significant reconciliation between Priam and Achilles resolves the epic. All the anger, death, and destruction of the Iliad ends with a silent and meaningful reconciliation between Priam and Achilles. The words of the Iliad cut deeper than any spearhead or bronze blade. Achilles' anger and the events that follow are the result of Agamemnon's harsh words. Achilles, in the best interests of the Achaeans, suggests that Agamemnon follow the advice of the prophet Kalchas and return Chryses' daughter, ending Apollo's plague. Enraged by the prophet and Achilles' support of him, Agamemnon turns on Achilles, threatening to "Take fair-cheeked Briseis, / your prize, I myself go to your refuge, that you may learn well / how much more I am bigger than you." " (Iliad, 1.184-186). Achilles' anger towards Agamemnon is evident in his response. "Now I return to Phthia, for it is much better / to go home again with my curved ships, and I no longer intend / to stay here dishonored and accumulate your riches and luxury." (I,l.169-171). Achilles, so angry at the dishonor that Agamemnon has reserved for him, withdraws from the fight. Now, both Achilles and Agamemnon h. ..... half of the sheet ......they kill his sons, and Achilles regrets the pain he has suffered Priam, thinking of his father. Reconciliation for both characters is a temporary break from the pain that waits outside Achilles' tent. Priam must return to his cowardly sons and the devastated city. Achilles must return to life without Patrokolus and his fate. Despite his imminent death in Troy, Achilles still releases Hector's body, proving their reconciliation. Beginning with threats and episodes of anger, the Iliad ends with kind words and reconciliation of enemies. Anger, although initially all-consuming, cannot stand the test of time and will eventually subside. Empathy and compromise fill the void left by cutting words and actions. From Achilles we learn that it is not possible to be angry forever and that the only way to put an end to painful events from the past is to make amends, forgive and forget..