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Hermes gives Odysseus a magic herb called Moly, a herb that symbolizes the protection of the gods, as only the gods can uproot it. It allows Odysseus to resist Circe's poisons and not transform into a pig.
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The god Hermes helps Odysseus by giving him a magical herb to protect him from Circe's spells. Hermes also advises Odysseus on how to approach Circe and regain his men.
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∙ 15y agoOdysseus resist's Circe's magic be cause of the messenger god Hermes. He gives Odysseus a magical plant that makes the holder of this plant invulnerable to her magic.
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∙ 14y agoHermes, messenger of the God Zeus came to Odysseus before he entered Circe's home, he gave Odysseus the plant/grass so he can resist getting turned into an animal/beast by Circe's spell.
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∙ 11y agoHdyyy the men
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What three women help Odysseus on his journey?
Circe, Calypso, Ino, and Nausicaa help Odysseus. Athena helps Odysseus as well.
How does circe know who Odysseus is?
Circe knows who Odysseus is because she is a goddess-enchantress. She has the gift of fore sight and sees who Odysseus is right away. She also give Odysseus prophesies that help him reach home.
How did circe help and hinder Odysseus?
Circe hinders Odysseus by first turning his men into animals and delaying Odysseus' progress. Once Odysseus manages to resist her spell (with Hermes' help), Odysseus then take her to bed for her to turn his men back into humans. For a year after, Odysseus feasts and stays with Circe, which further delays his return to Ithaca. When Odysseus and his men feel it is time to leave, Circe helps Odysseus by advising him to visit the prophet Teiresias in the Underworld. There he learns of the dangers ahead of Scylla, Charybdis, the Sirens, and Helios' cattle.
Who is the Enchantress in The Odyssey?
In the Odyssey, the Enchantress is Circe. She is a powerful sorceress who turns Odysseus's men into swine and captivates Odysseus with her magic. Odysseus eventually persuades her to use her powers to help him on his journey home.
When does Circe realizes who Odysseus is?
Circe realizes that Odysseus is a man of great power and intelligence when he resists her magic and speaks to her as an equal, demonstrating his cunning and wit. She eventually discovers his true identity as the great warrior Odysseus when he reveals his name and background to her. This realization marks a turning point in their relationship as Circe begins to help Odysseus on his journey home.
What happen in the island of circe?
In the island of Circe, Odysseus' men are turned into pigs by the enchantress Circe. With the help of Hermes, Odysseus resists her magic and convinces her to turn his men back into humans. Odysseus and his crew then stay on the island for a year, enjoying Circe's hospitality before continuing on their journey.
How does Circe both hinder and help Odysseus?
Circe hinders Odysseus by turning his men into swine with her magic, delaying their journey home. However, she eventually helps Odysseus by advising him on how to navigate the dangers ahead on his journey and providing valuable information that aids him in his quest to return to Ithaca.
How does Odysseus defeat Circe?
Odysseus defeats Circe by following the instructions given to him by Hermes, the messenger god. Hermes tells Odysseus to eat a special herb called moly to protect himself from Circe's magic. With this protection, Odysseus is able to resist Circe's spells and convince her to free his men and help them on their journey back home.
What happened between Circe and Odysseus?
Circe is the witch-goddess that Odysseus and his crew meet after leaving the Cyclops Polyphemus's island. Odysseus sends a party of 23 men to search Aeaea (the name of the island and Circe's home). Circe invited them into her home and gave them food, but they all behaved like pigs, so that's exactly what Circe turns them into. Eurylochus, one of the men, does not eat, and he runs back to Odysseus to tell him. When Odysseus leaves, he meets Hermes, the messenger god who gives him a plant to protect him from the magic of Circe. being unable to defeat Odysseus, frees his men, but persuades Odysseus to stay with her. after the seasons pass though, Odysseus asks her to help him and his men go home. Circe tells him to seek out the blind prophet Teiresias in the land of the dead for a prophecy about his journey.
What is Odysseus relationship with Circe at the end of book 10?
At the end of Book 10, Odysseus and Circe have a friendly relationship. Circe warns Odysseus of the dangers he will face on his journey, advises him on how to navigate the challenges ahead, and offers him guidance to help him safely reach his homeland. She also helps him communicate with the souls of the dead in the Land of the Dead.
When does Hermes help Odysseus?
Hermes helps Odysseus at the end of his 7-years on Ogygia with Calypso, and just before he meets up with Circe.
What goddess and enchantress held Odysseus captive?
Calypso loved Odysseus and he spent 7 years with her. He was captivated if not actually held captive. Circe also help him for a year or so.
