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He reveals himself so that they may help him slaughter the suitors.
telemaus then eumaeus then the nurse/maid living in the house. He then reveals himself to the suitors ... hope that helps.
After Odysseus reveals himself to the suitors in Homer's "The Odyssey," they initially express disbelief and shock at his return. They mock him, insult him, and refuse to believe he is who he claims to be. The suitors continue to taunt and threaten Odysseus, unaware of the impending consequences of their actions.
After winning the archery contest he reveals his identity to the suitors and kills them all.
Odysseus strings the bow for several reasons:To win the contest.To prove himself still worthy of Penelope.To prove himself superior to Penelope's suitors, and possibly help intimidate them.To provide himself with a weapon with which to kill the suitors.
He reveals himself so that they may help him slaughter the suitors.
telemaus then eumaeus then the nurse/maid living in the house. He then reveals himself to the suitors ... hope that helps.
After Odysseus reveals himself to the suitors in Homer's "The Odyssey," they initially express disbelief and shock at his return. They mock him, insult him, and refuse to believe he is who he claims to be. The suitors continue to taunt and threaten Odysseus, unaware of the impending consequences of their actions.
Before battling the suitors, Odysseus plans with his son Telemachus and loyal servants to ensure they have the upper hand. He devises a strategy to remove the weapons from the hall where the suitors are gathered, while also keeping his identity hidden until the right moment to reveal himself and strike. Odysseus also seeks help from Athena to aid him in defeating the suitors.
After winning the archery contest he reveals his identity to the suitors and kills them all.
Odysseus waits to reveal himself to Penelope because he wants to test her loyalty and see if she has remained faithful during his absence. He also wants to ensure that it is safe to reveal his true identity, given the suitors' presence in his home. Additionally, revealing himself at the right moment allows for a more dramatic and emotionally impactful reunion.
To the suitors.
No, Odysseus has them completely fooled, until he reveals himself after killing Antinous.
Odysseus strings the bow for several reasons:To win the contest.To prove himself still worthy of Penelope.To prove himself superior to Penelope's suitors, and possibly help intimidate them.To provide himself with a weapon with which to kill 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.
The first person he reveals himself to is his Son.
He reveals himself to his son Telemachus first.