What is patroclus funeral games?

In Greek mythology, Patroclus was the dear friend and comrade-in-arms of the hero Achilles during the Trojan War. When Patroclus was killed by Hector, Achilles was grief-stricken and held a grand funeral in his honor, including several contests and games in which the greatest warriors of the Greeks competed.

The games included chariot racing, boxing, wrestling, foot races, spear throwing, and archery. The prizes for the winners were valuable items such as cauldrons, tripods, and armor.

The funeral games were a way for Achilles to honor and celebrate the life of his dear friend, as well as to provide a distraction from his own grief. The games also served to unite and strengthen the Greek army in the face of their losses in the war.

The funeral games for Patroclus are described in detail in Book 23 of Homer's epic poem, the Iliad.