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Teiresias's prophecy in Greek mythology often reveals the theme of fate or destiny. He typically foretells events that are inevitable and cannot be changed by mortal intervention. His prophecies serve to highlight the idea of preordained outcomes in the lives of the characters he interacts with.
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Who provides Odysseus with his prophecy in the land of the dead?
Teiresias
What does teiresias require before providing Odysseus with a prophecy?
A taste of blood.
What does the shade of Teiresias require in order to provide Odysseus with a prophecy?
a taste of blood
What powers does Teiresias have in The Odyssey?
Teiresias is a blind prophet who is able to recognize Odysseus even before drinking of the sheep's blood. He has the power of prophecy, even while dead.
Who does Odysseus need to consult to hear the prophecy?
If you mean to hear how to return home then Teiresias the Theban prophet
What is important about the characterization of Teiresias and where does he live?
Teiresias is a blind prophet in Greek mythology who is known for his wisdom and ability to see the future. He is a significant character in many myths, offering guidance and prophecy to various heroes. Teiresias is said to have lived in Thebes, Greece.
What did Teiresias give to Odysseus?
He gave Odysseus a prophecy of what he had to do when he got back to Ithaca, and gave him proper guidance on how to achieve these goals.
Creon accuses both teiresias and the guard of accepting bribes?
Yes, Creon accuses both Teiresias and the guard of accepting bribes. He accuses Teiresias of being motivated by money in his prophecy, and he accuses the guard of being bribed by someone to bury Polynices.
In what way is the prophecy of teiresias fulfilled?
The prophecy was that if Creon did not bury Polynices, his punishment of Antigone will bring a curse down on Thebes. Teiresias prophecy is fufilled by Haimon killing himself..Since Creon would not let Antigone bury her brother(Polynices),Antigone killed herself. So Haimon killed himself because he wanted to be with Antigone because the Creon would not bury the brother of Antigone.
What is circe's last prophecy to Odysseus?
Circe's and Teiresias' last prophecy to Odysseus is that he alone will survive the journey. They also warn him against harming the sacred cattle of Helios, which ultimately causes the death of his men.
Does character reaction to a challenged belief reveal the author's purpose or the play theme?
It can reveal either one, but esepcially the theme of the work.
What is the prophecy of Teiresias and Circe?
If Odysseus or his crew should harm the cattle of Helios, his ship and his men will be doomed. If they do not do this, they may yet reach Ithaca.
