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Who tells Odysseus that he is blinded and does not see the journey?
calypso
Who tells Odysseus he is blinded and does not see the journey?
calypso
What is Odysseus primary motivation for surving his journey?
Odysseus's primary motivation for surviving his journey is to return home to his wife, Penelope, and son, Telemachus. Throughout his trials and challenges, he is driven by his love for his family and his desire to reunite with them.
Who was Odysseus trying to get back home to?
He tries to get back home to his wife, Penelope and his son, Telemachus. He wants to go back home and see his mom too. But, he sees her in the Land of the Dead during his journey.
How did Odysseus leave Calypsos' island?
Athena told her father Zeus that Odysseus wanted to go home to see his wife and son so Zeus told Hermes to go and tell Calypso to let Odysseus leave her island. She agreed and told Odysseus to make a boat and she gave him food and wine for his journey
Who is Odysseus shocked and sadden to see here?
Odysseus is shocked and saddened to see his mother, Anticlea, in the Underworld because he thought she was still alive when he left for the Trojan War. Seeing her in the realm of the dead brings him great sorrow and adds to his already difficult journey back home.
How do other characters see Odysseus?
Odysseus is viewed as cunning, resourceful, and brave by other characters in Greek mythology. He is often admired for his intelligence, leadership skills, and strategic thinking, as demonstrated in his role in the Trojan War and his journey home in "The Odyssey."
What is Odysseus reaction when discovering the cave?
Odysseus' reaction is to enter the cave to see if anyone is home.
How long was Odysseus away from home?
Odysseus is away from fair Ithaca for 20 years. The war of Troy lasts for 10 years, and his journey (the Odyssey) lasts 10 more years. In these 20 years, he does not see either his wife Penelope or his son Telemachus.
What does Athena encourage Telemachus to do?
Athena encourages Telemachus to go on a journey to see if his father Odysseus is still alive and when he finishes this journey to go and kill the suitors.
Why did Athena turn Odysseus into a beggar?
So that Odysseus could return home with out being recognized, so he can see what the suitors are doing to his home.
Why does Odysseus want to return home to Penelope?
Odysseus wants to return home to Penelope because he is deeply devoted to his wife and family. He has been separated from them for a long time due to his journey and trials after the Trojan War, and he yearns to be reunited with his loved ones. Additionally, Odysseus wants to reclaim his throne and kingdom in Ithaca, which has been overrun by suitors vying for Penelope's hand in his absence.
