Question

What is the most likely message of the Greek myth of Narcissus? A. Real men don't care how they look. B. Loyalty is more important than winning. C. Don't spend your whole life fearing death. D. You shouldn't focus on yourself too much.

Answer 1

D. You shouldn't focus on yourself too much.

The Greek myth of Narcissus is about Narcissus who was known for being very handsome, and Echo, an Oread nymph who saw Narcissus while he was hunting and fell in love with him. When Echo confessed her liking for him, he rejected her and told her not to disturb him. He angered Nemesis (the goddess of retribution and revenge), so she punished him by making him fall in love with his own reflection that he saw in the pool. He was so focused on himself and his vanity that he ultimately opted to end his own life. Had he not blatantly rejected Echo, he would not have been punished and might have learned to not be so conceited.