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Why did Odysseus refuse to leave the cave before the cyclopes returned?
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Why did Odysseus refuse to listen to his mens request to leave?
In the second book the men wanted to steal food from the cyclops and leave but odysseus wanted to see the cyclops. (bad choice)
Why does Odysseus refuse to spare Leodes?
Leodes disapproves of the suitors, Homer says (21.146-47), but he has never abandoned them. He is the first to attempt to string the bow, while the disguised Odysseus watches; Leodes could have refused. Odysseus spares the bard and the herald at Telemachus' urging, but Telemachus does not say anything about Leodes. Odysseus himself, just before he kills him, says Leodes, being a priest, probably prayed that Odysseus would not come home before Leodes could marry Penelope (22.321-25), not an unreasonable inference surely. Given the rough justice whereby Odysseus kills all 108 suitors and a bunch of handmaids, to have spared Leodes would have been odd.
Does Odysseus attain immortality?
Odysseus is offered immortality and eternal youth by the goddess Calypso if he would stay with her, but Odysseus is drawn by his faithfulness to his wife to refuse Calypso. Odysseus strives to attain immortality, not by living forever, but by gaining a reputation that will have bards telling of his achievements. In this since, Odysseus achieves total immortality. In the since that he lives forever, alas, Odysseus is out of luck. Apparently between the giant cyclops and the feasting he forgot to look for the fountain of youth.
How do Odysseus' men disobey his orders?
After sacking Ismarus, Odysseus tells the men to return to the ship with their booty, but they do not comply. On the island of the Lotus Eaters, Odysseus commands 3 men to go back to the ship, but they will not comply and have to be dragged back. After visiting Aeolus, keeper of the winds, his men, thinking there is treasure in the sack Aeolus gave to Odysseus, open it, unloosing the winds. After rowing hard passing Scylla and Charybdis, Odysseus orders his men to row on, but they refuse, forcing the ship to port at Thrinacia. When they had arrived on the island of Thrinacia, home of Lord Helios' immortal cattle, Odysseus made them promise to not do anything to the herd. At first they were able to keep that promise, but soon, because there was no wind, they were stranded on the island with no food and only the cattle to stare at. So of course, they betrayed Odysseus and attacked the cattle instead of listening to him. It ended up with the God Zeus punishing them with only Odysseus surviving.
What is an ancient pile of refuse called?
Midden
What does Odysseus refuse to do during his struggle with the suitors?
During his struggle with the suitors, Odysseus refuses to back down or compromise his position as rightful king of Ithaca. He also refuses to reveal his true identity until the right moment.
Why does Odysseus refuse Calypso's offer of immorality?
Odysseus refuses Calypso's offer of immortality because his ultimate goal is to return home to his wife, Penelope, and son, Telemachus. He values his mortality and his connections to his loved ones over living forever. Odysseus understands that true fulfillment comes from his relationships and the experiences he shares with those he cares about.
Why does Odysseus refuse to land on Helios island?
You ought to read the book. It's an excellent piece of literature.
Why did Odysseus refuse to listen to his mens request to leave?
In the second book the men wanted to steal food from the cyclops and leave but odysseus wanted to see the cyclops. (bad choice)
Why does Odysseus refuse to spare Leodes?
Leodes disapproves of the suitors, Homer says (21.146-47), but he has never abandoned them. He is the first to attempt to string the bow, while the disguised Odysseus watches; Leodes could have refused. Odysseus spares the bard and the herald at Telemachus' urging, but Telemachus does not say anything about Leodes. Odysseus himself, just before he kills him, says Leodes, being a priest, probably prayed that Odysseus would not come home before Leodes could marry Penelope (22.321-25), not an unreasonable inference surely. Given the rough justice whereby Odysseus kills all 108 suitors and a bunch of handmaids, to have spared Leodes would have been odd.
Does Odysseus attain immortality?
Odysseus is offered immortality and eternal youth by the goddess Calypso if he would stay with her, but Odysseus is drawn by his faithfulness to his wife to refuse Calypso. Odysseus strives to attain immortality, not by living forever, but by gaining a reputation that will have bards telling of his achievements. In this since, Odysseus achieves total immortality. In the since that he lives forever, alas, Odysseus is out of luck. Apparently between the giant cyclops and the feasting he forgot to look for the fountain of youth.
Odysseus must do what to escape the island of the lotus-eaters with his crew?
There are only really a few of Odysseus' men who are under the hold of the lotus flower. When they refuse to leave Odysseus has them tied up and forced onto the ship. As the ship sails away from the land of the lotus-eaters the men gradually recover and get their will-power back. Hope this helps ;)
Why does Odysseus refuse to leave instead of stealing from the cyclops and just getting away?
Odysseus refuses to leave because he wants to know the Cyclops' name. In Greek culture, knowing one's name gives you power over them. By staying, Odysseus hopes to learn the name of the Cyclops and use it to gain an advantage or seek revenge in the future.
What are the problems of experimental survey?
Illness,changes,before-after,refuse further participation
Why did Franklin D. Roosevelt refuse to support an anti-lynching bill before that was before the Congress?
because he would of gone to jail
What job did X Factor finalist Andy Abrahams have before he auditioned for the show?
A refuse collector.
What news does Hermes bring to Calypso?
Zeus sent Hermes to order Calypso to free Odysseus and send him on his way home. Calypso greeted Hermes and honored him with ambrosia and red nectar. He told her of Zeus' demands as they ate. She was upset that Zeus would ask her give up her lover but she did not refuse. If Odysseus wanted to stay with Calypso then Zeus would permit it, but if Odysseus wanted to leave, Calypso could not use her charms to stop him. She thought that Odysseus might change his mind if he understood her love and power. She offered Odysseus immortality and endless youth but he was determined to return to his home or die trying. Calypso accepted her fate and agreed to let Odysseus leave unhindered. She refused to supply Odysseus with a raft or ship but she gave him some tools and the skillful Odysseus built a raft for himself. When it came time to leave, Calypso in her loving nature, gave Odysseus provisions and sent him on his way with a fair wind to speed him home. Calypso and Odysseus had two daughters, Nausithoos and Nausinoos.
