Odysseus questioned the swine herd about his identity and the current state of affairs in his kingdom of Ithaca, as he was in disguise and trying to gather information about the situation at home.
Odysseus questioned the swineherd about the current state of affairs in Ithaca, the loyalty of the citizens, and the treatment of his son, Telemachus.
The epic question in the Odyssey revolves around the journey and struggles of the hero Odysseus as he tries to return home after the Trojan War. It explores themes of homecoming, heroism, loyalty, and fate, as Odysseus faces various challenges and tests on his long voyage. The question of whether Odysseus will successfully return home, reclaim his kingdom, and reunite with his family drives the narrative of the epic.
How does Odysseus demonstrate his cunning and intelligence in his journey home?
Both "Odysseus'" and "Odysseus's" are correct ways to show possession. "Odysseus'" is more commonly used in formal writing, while "Odysseus's" is more common in casual writing.
The suitor who attempts to reason with Odysseus but fails is Antinous. He urges Odysseus to listen to their side of the story before seeking revenge but Odysseus remains resolute in his plan to punish the suitors for their transgressions.
Eumaes was known as the swine herd he was loyal to Odysseus
Eumaeus was loyal to Odysseus he was also known as the swine herd.
He meets Athene first, but Eumaeus the swine herd is the first human he meets, in the guise of a beggar.
In Mark5:9 the Bible calls a group of swine a herd.
A herd ?
Eumaeus was the swine herd
Circe fed Odysseus' men a poisoned feast which turned them into animals, specifically swine.
Circe turned Odysseus' men Into swine.
Circe
Circe.
swine
Circe turns Odysseus' men into swine.