Throughout mythology, characters are rewarded by the gods for being faithful or for committing selfless deeds. They are, however, punished for trying to be like the gods, ignoring their warnings, or acting against them. Crimes include such acts as disrespecting mortal elders, claiming equality in skills and talent, and questioning opinions, such as musical taste. Acts that are rewarded include showing hospitality to strangers, faithfully continuing to worship despite outside pressures, and requesting favors with humble hearts. King Midas is one character who is rewarded for kindness and generosity but is then punished for pride and folly. Although King Midas is initially rewarded, his own heedless mistakes lead to unfortunate decisions and ultimately humiliation. King Midas lived in a palace, which was surrounded by a huge and beautiful rose garden. One day as King Midas was in the garden he came upon Silenus a compainion of Dionyssus, who was traveling through the kingdom. When King Midas found him he invited him in and cared for him. Soon after he returned him to Dionyssus. Dionyssus was very pleased with King Midas for helping the return of Silenus. So in return Dionyssus promised King Midas one wish. The King wished that everything he touched would turn to gold. Dionyssus granted his wish. King Midas deserved to have one wish because of his good deed. Although the deed was selfis because his wish only benifitted himself. When King Midas wished that everything he touch would be turned to gold Dionyssus did warn him that it may not turn out the way he would hope. But the King inssited and his wish was granted. After a while the King relized that his gift was more of a curse. Because everything he touched turned to gold, just like he had asked. This ment he also couldn't eat because all his food turned to gold. Soon after his entire palace was turned to gold and he starved to death. He was punished becuase