Why was Argos the only one to remember the old and traveled Odysseus after his journey through the seas and through lands unknown in search for Penelope?
For real glory he had, and glory of this kind cannot be recognized by man.
It is only the truly accomplished that honor is quietly received.
Upon his remembrance, the old and aged Argos reposed and died that very day, in solemn resolution at his master’s return, as if he until that day could not cease breathing, for his master had no peace.
Further, in giving honor you surpass the one who has received it, for without the giver, there is no substance to the act.
When Argos remains as the only witness of Odysseus’ life, it is the divinization of the man, for he, in receiving honor from mankind would receive nothing at all, but in his affection for Argos receives the rank of a hero, being given nothing at all but the quiet remembrance of God, for which Argos is a symbol.