As shown, Odysseus struggles with some of his flaws, including pride. However, Homer described him as a dynamic character and towards the end of the book this fact becomes evident. When Odysseus lives among the suitors disguised as a beggar, he tries hard to restrain his anger towards them. He checks himself by saying, “'Bear with it, old heart! You were born worse, much worse'…so he forced his spirit to submit, the rage in his chest reigned back – unshakeable, all resistance” (Homer, pg. 411). In this case, let his pride dissolve for a while to provide for the best. Furthermore, Odysseus's subtlety warns one of the best suitors, Amphinomus, to escape while he can, acknowledging: "Of all that breathes and creeps upon the Earth, our mother earth brings forth nothing weaker than a man" (Homer, p. . 380). This advice to Amphinomus suggests that Odysseus has internalized the idea himself and corrected some of his prideful tendencies. Overall, The Odyssey continues to live in the highest esteem because it skillfully brings to life ancient characters who have strikingly similar impulses and challenges that members of modern society encounter in the present day and.