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In the Odyssey book 9 what does Odysseus do when he have left the island of the cyclops?
After they leave the cyclopes' island, Odysseus takes his ships back to the neighboring island that they stopped at before (the one with really good land for farming but no seeds have been planted and lots of goats). They sacrifice the goat that Odysseus used to escape- Polyphemus' biggest ram. They sacrifice it to Zeus, but Zeus ignores it.
How did Zeus help Odysseus?
Zeus sends Hermes to release him from calypso or Zeus will drown her island so he lets Odysseus be on his way
Is Odysseus the son of Zeus?
No, Odysseus' dad was Laertes
Was Zeus odysseus' father?
Yes, Odysseus' father is Laertes. However, in ancient Greece, all kings come from the line of Zeus. Therefore, in a sense, Zeus is also Odysseus' father. =)
How would you compare strengths of Zeus to Odysseus?
I think a proportion will best explain this answer. Odysseus/Zeus = Grass/Flamethrower
What Zeus going to do for Odysseus?
In the story The Odyssey, Zeus orders Calypso release Odysseus from Calypso's island. Zeus was convinced by the goddess, Athena, to help Odysseus.
How does Zeus show his support for Odysseus?
In the story the Odyssey, Zeus orders Calypso release Odysseus from Calypso's island. Zeus was convinced by the goddess, Athena, to help Odysseus.
What did Odysseus hope for in sacrificing a ram to Zeus?
Odysseus hoped for a safe journey home to Ithaca for himself and his crew. By making the sacrifice to Zeus, he sought the god's protection and favor to ensure a smooth passage free from harm and obstacles.
Why did Zeus throw a thunderbolt at Odysseus?
Zeus did not throw a thunderbolt at Odysseus. In the Odyssey, Zeus actually sends a storm to disrupt Odysseus' journey home as punishment for his men eating the cattle of the sun god Helios. Odysseus himself avoids direct retribution from Zeus.
How did Zeus help Odysseus?
Zeus sends Hermes to release him from calypso or Zeus will drown her island so he lets Odysseus be on his way
In the Odyssey book 9 what does Odysseus do when he have left the island of the cyclops?
After they leave the cyclopes' island, Odysseus takes his ships back to the neighboring island that they stopped at before (the one with really good land for farming but no seeds have been planted and lots of goats). They sacrifice the goat that Odysseus used to escape- Polyphemus' biggest ram. They sacrifice it to Zeus, but Zeus ignores it.
Is Odysseus the son of Zeus?
No, Odysseus' dad was Laertes
Was Zeus odysseus' father?
Yes, Odysseus' father is Laertes. However, in ancient Greece, all kings come from the line of Zeus. Therefore, in a sense, Zeus is also Odysseus' father. =)
What is Zeus' attitude toward Odysseus?
Zeus generally has a favorable attitude toward Odysseus in Homer's epic poems. Zeus sometimes intervenes on Odysseus' behalf, such as by sending Hermes to help him or by ensuring he eventually returns home to Ithaca. Zeus respects Odysseus for his cunning and resourcefulness, which align with Zeus' own qualities.
What sign does Zeus give that he is backing Odysseus?
Odysseus is captured by Calypso and she holds him on her island for seven years. Zeus commands her to let Odysseus go and helps him on his journey.
How would you compare strengths of Zeus to Odysseus?
I think a proportion will best explain this answer. Odysseus/Zeus = Grass/Flamethrower
Which statement most accurately describes the role of zeus in odysseus adventures?
Zeus controls the weather by which Odysseus sails
