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Eumaeus (properly Eumaios) is Odysseus's faithful slave and swineherd in the Odyssey.
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Eumaeus was a faithful swineherd in Homer's epic poem, The Odyssey. He lived on the island of Ithaca and took care of Odysseus's pigs while the hero was away on his journey. He plays an important role in helping Odysseus reclaim his kingdom upon his return.
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∙ 14y agoHe received Odysseus in his hut when after his wanderings Odysseus returned to Ithaca, and later he helped his master to get rid of the suitors of Penelope, who were pestering the palace.
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What did occupation did eumaeus have?
Eumaeus was Odysseus's swineherd.
What occupation did eumaeus?
Eumaeus was Odysseus's swineherd.
How is telemachus different from eumaeus?
Telemachus is the son of Odysseus, and Eumaeus is the swineherd of Odysseus.
Who is eumaeus in the odessey?
Eumaeus was loyal to Odysseus he was also known as the swine herd.
The kind animal cared for by eumaeus?
Eumaeus in Greek mythology cared for pigs.
Was Eumaeus evil?
no
The kind of animal cared for by eumaeus?
Eumaeus was a swineherd in Greek mythology who cared for pigs.
What does philoetius have in common with melanthius and eumaeus?
They are all herdsmen. philoetius - cow melanthius -goat eumaeus - swine
What role does Eumaeus play in the Odyssey?
Eumaeus was Ody's loyal slave and swineherder for over 20 years
How did the stranger get eumaeus to give him a cloak?
The stranger told Eumaeus a story about how he used to be wealthy and is now a beggar. Feeling pity for the stranger's tale, Eumaeus offered him a cloak to keep warm.
Who was Eumaeus in The Odyssey?
He was the Shepard
Who was Odysseus' swineherd?
Eumaeus
