Odysseus sailed from Troy after the Trojan War, which is traditionally dated to around the 12th century BCE. According to Homer's "Odyssey," his journey home took ten years after the war, making it approximately 20 years since he left for Troy. However, these events are part of ancient mythology, so the exact number of years is not defined historically.
20 years!
The wooers had been in Odysseus's house for around four years during his absence. Since Odysseus left for the Trojan War, they took advantage of his long absence, consuming his wealth and pursuing his wife, Penelope. Their presence highlights the challenges Odysseus faces upon his return, as he must reclaim his home and family from these unruly suitors.
Odysseus stays with Calypso [The Hider] on Ogygia for seven years.
Odysseus was away from his home 20 years
Odysseus was in Troy when he was away from Ithaca for 20 years. He was away from Troy for 10 years, and never revealed where he was at during that time.
20 years!
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The wooers had been in Odysseus's house for around four years during his absence. Since Odysseus left for the Trojan War, they took advantage of his long absence, consuming his wealth and pursuing his wife, Penelope. Their presence highlights the challenges Odysseus faces upon his return, as he must reclaim his home and family from these unruly suitors.
Odysseus stays with Calypso [The Hider] on Ogygia for seven years.
Odysseus was away from his home 20 years
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Odysseus was in Troy when he was away from Ithaca for 20 years. He was away from Troy for 10 years, and never revealed where he was at during that time.
20 years
7 years
because he has been gone for twenty years
As of Greek mythology, Calypso has not seen another man since Odysseus left her island of Ogygia around 20 years ago. This encounter is depicted in Homer's "Odyssey."
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