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How does Odysseus summon the spirit of tiresias?
Odysseus goes to the underworld and sacrifices a black lamb. The blood of the sacrifice draws spirits to Odysseus, including Tiresias. Odysseus guards the blood with his sword from the other spirits before Tiresias arrives.
Which encounter do Odysseus and his men have before polyphemos?
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What does Tiresias predict will happen if Odysseus radis the herds of Helios?
he told Odysseus that if him or his men touched the cattle they would be punished and killed by Helios, the owner of the cattle. Odysseus's men die before they reach their homes.
Why does Odysseus visits the underworld?
In Homers Odyssey, the protagonist Odysseus is captured by the nymph Calypso on his way home from the battle of Troy. For seven years he is unable to leave the island, before Athene makes Zeus intervene by the hand of Hermes. Calypso frees Odysseus and by different circumstances he ends up in the company of Circe, daughter of Helios. Odysseus asks her how he can return home. Circe cannot give him the answer, but suggests that he seeks the advice of a prophet called Tiresias. Tiresias is dead, but Circe provides Odysseus with instructions on how to cross the river Styx, and enter Hades, the underworld. And that is the reason why Odysseus visited the underworld.
What is the reasoning for Odysseus' offering in the underworld?
In the underworld, Odysseus offers a libation of milk, honey, wine, and water to attract the souls of the dead so he can communicate with the prophet Tiresias. This offering is a way to show respect and gain the attention of the spirits in the realm of the dead.
What happened to Odysseus on the island of Hades?
He sacrificed some of his sheep, and put their blood in a little crater so the dead could drink out of it. First Tiresias came and told Odysseus what he needed to know. Then his mother came, then one of his crew members. Finally Achilles came, but it was enough time to reminisce, because Tartarus stirred and Odysseus had to leave the underworld before it consumed him.
Who recognized Odysseus?
While in the underworld: Tiresias recognized Odysseus even before he had drank of the blood. Odysseus' mother Anticlea recognized Odysseus after drinking of the blood. Many former warriors recognized Odysseus, in particular Ajax the greater, who still would not forgive Odysseus after death. While disguised as a beggar by Athena: Argos, his faithful hunting dog, recognized Odysseus. Eurycleia, Odysseus' nurse, recognized Odysseus by his scar. Eumaeus and Philotius recognize Odysseus after he reveals himself to them. The suitors recognize Odysseus after he performs the contest's feat and reveals himself. Penelope recognizes Odysseus after revealing himself. Laertes also recognizes Odysseus after revealing himself.
What two tasks does Odysseus perform before he can live in happiness?
Before Odysseus can live in happiness, he must first defeat the suitors who have taken over his home in Ithaca, and then he must prove his identity to his wife, Penelope, to reclaim his rightful place as king and husband.
Where does circle tell Odysseus he must go before leaving her?
Before leaving Circe's island, Odysseus must journey to the Land of the Dead to consult with the blind prophet Tiresias.
How is Odysseus able to negotiate with Circe the safe return of his men?
Hermes warns Odysseus before his encounter with the enchantress Circe, and gives Odysseus a magical herb to protect him from Circes' spells, as well as exact advice as to what to do. Circe tries to turn Odysseus into a pig but fails. Odysseus rushes Circe with his sword, but she acquiesces, and tries to bed Odysseus. Odysseus commands her to swear an oath to do him no further harm, and after she has, he beds her. Afterwards he refuses to eat, and explains he cannot until he sees his men. Circe retrieves them (as animals), and administers a drug to turn them back into normal. Odysseus tells his men to return to the ship.
Was Odysseus the king of ithica before the war in The Iliad?
Odysseus was the King of Ithaca before the Trojan War.
What directions and warnings does Odysseus give?
Odysseus warns his crew not to eat the cattle of the sun god Helios on the island of Thrinakia, as it will bring them harm. He also instructs them to avoid the dangerous whirlpool of Charybdis and the monstrous sea creature Scylla while navigating through the strait.
