Although Priam could have easily given in to his pride and anger, he chose to control his indescribable suffering and find a sense of inner peace within himself. This discipline allows him to humble himself before his son's killer and beg for his son's body. Priam's actions were able to overpower and silence Achilles due to the degree of humility displayed by such a dignified man. Priam was more than willing to bend down and kiss the “killer hands that had killed so many of his sons” (XXIV.509-510). No matter how difficult it might be for a king to kneel and beg, Priam understood the gravity of the situation and relied on humility to calm Achilles. Although fighting might seem like the logical response for a warrior, Priam put aside his pride to try to reason with Achilles. The two opposing characters even manage to find a moment of connection and understanding, which allows them to see each other in a new light. Priam employs the use of pathos to evoke emotion in Achilles, further demonstrating the vast healing power of humility. Pride can easily overwhelm the senses; it is then the successful resistance to his temptation that demonstrates much more