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Which god was outraged over agamemon's seizure of chryseis?
Apollo was outraged over Agamemnon's seizure of Chryseis in Homer's "Iliad." Apollo sent a plague upon the Greek army to punish Agamemnon for refusing to release Chryseis back to her father, a priest of Apollo.
Who argued over a slave girl in The Iliad?
Agamemnon and Achilles argued over Briseis, who was Achilles's prize. Agamemnon had to give back his prize, Chryseis, because the Chryseis's father was a priest of Apollo and keeping her is making Apollo mad. In return, Agamemnon decided to take Briseis from Achilles. This caused Achilles to stop fighting in the Trojan War and eventually the death of Patrokolos.
What does Telemachus do when he finally realizes that the beggar is his father Odysseus?
Telemachus is filled with emotion, particularly joy and relief, upon realizing that the beggar is his father Odysseus. He immediately rushes to embrace Odysseus and they share a heartfelt reunion after so many years apart. Telemachus also helps Odysseus in plotting the downfall of the suitors who have taken over their home.
How many opponents do Odysseus and Telemachus have at home?
Odysseus and Telemachus face a total of around 100 suitors in their home. These suitors have taken over their household, vying for Penelope's hand in marriage while Odysseus is away. The situation creates significant tension and conflict, leading to the climactic confrontation when Odysseus returns.
How many suitors are at Odysseus' house?
In Homer's "Odyssey," there are more than a hundred suitors at Odysseus' house. They have taken over his home in Ithaca, consuming his wealth and vying for the hand of his wife, Penelope, believing Odysseus to be dead. Their presence creates a significant conflict in the story, leading to Odysseus's eventual return and confrontation with them.
What is the source of Calypso's power over Odysseus?
Calypso has the power of immorality over Odysseus.
Why did Achilles go into a sulk and refuse to fight during the Trojan war?
Agamemnon, principal chief of the gathered Greeks (as he was king of Mycenae and all of Achaea) took a woman named Chryseis as a slave. Her father, a priest of Apollo, praed for her return, so Apollo sent a plague among the Greeks. The prophet, Calchas, after being sworn protection by Achilles, told Agamemnon that Chryseis needed to be returned to end the plague. Agamemnon agreed, but also declared that Achilles' slave, Briseis be brought to him as a replacement. Achilles, raging over the dishonor (and because he loves Briseis), prays to his mother, Thetis, for Zeus to help the Trojans gain the upper hand.
What did the wooers to in the Odysseus?
The wooers in the Odyssey were a group of suitors trying to win the hand of Penelope, Odysseus' wife, in his absence. They took over his palace, consumed his resources, and behaved disrespectfully towards Penelope and Telemachus. Ultimately, they were defeated by Odysseus upon his return.
Why were people feasting in Odysseus' palace?
In Odysseus' palace, people were feasting because they were the suitors vying for Penelope's hand in marriage, believing Odysseus to be dead. They took advantage of Odysseus' absence, consuming his resources and disrespecting his household. The feasting symbolized their arrogance and entitlement, as they believed they could take over Odysseus' life and legacy without consequence. This situation set the stage for Odysseus' eventual return and confrontation with the suitors.
What is happening in Ithaca while Odysseus is away?
While Odysseus is away from Ithaca, several of the lords and chiefs are heading over to where Odysseus has built his home because they believe that their King is dead. The begin to try and get Penelope to marry them and anger Telemachus who believes that his father is still alive. Athena eventually comes and tells Telemachus that his father is in fact still alive and then tells him what he must do to get the suitors to leave.
Why does Odysseus tell polyphemus he hurt him?
He got over confident, and wanted Polyphemus to spread the word on who defeated him, so other creatures would fear him. He did not think, however, that Polyphemus would instead tell his father (Poseidon) to get revenge on Odysseus.
Who helps Odysseus in the fight against the suitors?
Odysseus is assisted in the fight against Penelope's suitors by:Telemachus, his sonEumaeus, the swineherdPhiloetius, the cow herda stockmanAthena indirectly appears as Mentor, and uses her goddess powers to help Odysseus, but she does not fight with arms herself.
