Circe warns Odysseus that the Sirens lure sailors to their doom with their enchanting songs, promising knowledge and wisdom. She advises him to plug the ears of his crew with beeswax to protect them from the Sirens' seductive call. Additionally, she instructs Odysseus to sail past them while tied to the mast of the ship, so he can hear their song without succumbing to their temptation. This way, he can safely navigate through their deadly waters.
There is no mention of a compass in Circe's gifts to Odysseus.
Before letting Odysseus go, Circe provided him with vital advice and supplies for his journey home. She gave him a favorable wind to aid his sailing and instructed him on how to navigate past the Sirens, warning him to plug his crew's ears with beeswax and to have himself tied to the mast of the ship. Additionally, she revealed the challenges he would face in the Underworld and how to appease the spirits there.
Circe warns Odysseus that he and his crew must not harm the sacred cattle of the Sun God on the island of Thrinacia. She emphasizes that if they do, they will face dire consequences, including the destruction of their ship and the loss of their lives. Circe stresses the importance of respecting the divine and adhering to her warning to ensure their safe return home.
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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.
Hermes gave Odysseus several things: 1. A chance at escaping back to Ithaca when he tells Calypso to free Odysseus. 2. A sprig of Moly to resist Circe's magical charms. 3. Advice to Odysseus on how to defeat Circe.
Hermes gives Odysseus a magical herb called "moly" to protect him from Circe's witchcraft. Moly has a black root and a white blossom, and it is said to be incredibly potent against enchantments and magic. This gift enables Odysseus to resist Circe's spells and ultimately confront her effectively. With Hermes' aid, Odysseus is able to protect his crew and navigate the dangerous situation with Circe.
because he knew that she was bad and wanted to turn him into an animal
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.
yes he did. i thought it was awesome!
I thonk gave them something in a drink that turned them into pigs. Swine.