When Odysseus ship is destroyed after leaving Calypso Athene doesn't help him in fear of angering her uncle Poseidon, who is completely against Odysseus getting back to Ithaca and would kill him if Zeus allowed it.
However after Odysseus has swam and almost reached land Athene does help him, while Odysseus is being thrown around by the waves she 'puts into his mind' the idea of grabbing onto a nearby rock, if he hadn't he would have been smashed against the cliff.
Odysseus first tells Polyphemus that his name is "Nobody." This clever ruse allows him to deceive the Cyclops; when he later blinds Polyphemus, the giant calls for help, claiming that "Nobody" is attacking him, leading other Cyclopes to think he is not in danger. This tactic showcases Odysseus's cunning and resourcefulness.
She was the goddess of heroes and she favored, Odysseus.
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Odysseus cleverly tricks the Cyclops Polyphemus by telling him his name is "Nobody." When he later blinds Polyphemus and the Cyclops calls for help, he tells the other Cyclopes that "Nobody" is attacking him, leading them to believe he is not in danger. This deception allows Odysseus and his men to escape without being pursued, as Polyphemus is unable to accurately convey who is responsible for his injury. The clever play on words showcases Odysseus's cunning and resourcefulness.
when he heard odysseus crying for help he helped him.
weird it changes throughout the Odyssey really, Athene likes Odysseus but isn't prepared to help him out too much for fear of her uncle Poseidon. Athene always tries to help him as much as possible but is often in disguise. Athene is like a mentor to Odysseus although when he arrives back on Ithica she almost asks for his forgiveness and defends why she didn't help him too much. But it is quite a weird relationship, Athene admires Odysseus which is why she helps him and his son.
Athene/ Athena
In book 9 of the Odyssey, Odysseus is helped by Zeus, who sends a storm to punish the men who harmed Odysseus. The goddess Athena assists Odysseus by providing him with guidance and disguising him to protect him from danger. Attendees also receive aid from the wind god Aeolus, who gives Odysseus a bag of winds to help him on his journey home.
Odysseus first tells Polyphemus that his name is "Nobody." This clever ruse allows him to deceive the Cyclops; when he later blinds Polyphemus, the giant calls for help, claiming that "Nobody" is attacking him, leading other Cyclopes to think he is not in danger. This tactic showcases Odysseus's cunning and resourcefulness.
Circe, Calypso, Ino, and Nausicaa help Odysseus. Athena helps Odysseus as well.
In the land of Circe, Odysseus and his men face the danger of being turned into animals by the sorceress. Circe uses her magic to transform them into swine after they consume her enchanted food. However, with the help of Hermes, who provides him with a protective herb called moly, Odysseus is able to resist her magic and ultimately persuades Circe to restore his men to their human forms. They then spend a year on her island before resuming their journey home.
Telemachus receives going away presents from Athene and Menelaus. These gifts signify support and protection for his journey to learn about his father, Odysseus, and his own destiny. They serve as symbols of guidance and encouragement to help Telemachus in his quest.
Odysseus asked for volunteers from his crew, and he selected the strongest and bravest men to aid him in blinding the Cyclops. He did not want to take all of his men into danger, so he chose a small group to accompany him.
Odysseus helps someone read the book
Penelope does not send for Odysseus' father, Laertes, for help because she believes that the suitors would prevent him from assisting them. Additionally, she wants to protect Laertes from any potential harm or danger that may arise from getting involved in their situation. Lastly, Penelope has faith in Odysseus' eventual return and prefers to wait for him rather than seeking help from others.
She was the goddess of heroes and she favored, Odysseus.
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