In Phaeacia, Odysseus expresses his respect for the blind bard Demodocus, saying he values his storytelling abilities more than any other living person. Demodocus is able to capture the essence of Odysseus’s adventures through his songs, earning the admiration of the hero.
Odysseus refrains from killing the Cyclops while he is asleep because the Cyclops is the only one who can move the large stone blocking the cave's entrance. If Odysseus were to kill the Cyclops while he slept, he and his men would be trapped in the cave with no way to escape. By keeping the Cyclops alive, Odysseus increases their chances of making a successful escape.
From Odysseus's defeat, we can learn the importance of humility, strategic planning, and perseverance. It shows the consequences of arrogance and the need to adapt to unforeseen challenges. Odysseus's journey teaches us the value of staying focused on goals despite setbacks.
Odysseus did not kill Polyphemus outright, because then he and his men would be trapped in the cave, blocked by the large boulder at the entrance of the cave.
Odysseus persuades Telemachus by revealing his true identity, proving he is still alive and capable of taking down the suitors. He reassures Telemachus that they have the gods on their side and that together, father and son, they can overcome the suitors' tyranny and restore justice to their home.
Blinding the Cyclops instead of killing him allows Odysseus and his men to escape from the cave since the Cyclops can't see to stop them from leaving. Additionally, keeping the Cyclops alive ensures that they can still seek revenge if they need to.
Odysseus is still alive.
Odysseus who was dressed up as an old beggar told Penelope that Odysseus was alive and would return soon
She captures six of Odysseus' men and eats them alive
Zeus leaves Odysseus alive because Odysseus has been fated to return home. Even the mightiest Gods do not dare go against the Fates.
Yes. Odysseus is surprised to see her, as she was alive when he left.
She does
According to Homer's Odyssey, six of Odysseus' men were eaten alive by Scylla.
Odysseus is trying to travel his way home to Ithaca, and keep his men, and himself alive in the process.
not a one, he kills them all.
Odysseus was alive and being held captive
No. Polyphemus is left blinded but alive.
In the Odyssey, Zeus destroys Odysseus's ship with a lightning bolt because his men ate Helios' sacred cattle. This leaves only Odysseus alive.