eumaeus the swineherd
nestor.
the city of pylos
Athena visits Telemachus to give him strength, courage, and encouragement. She also sets him on his way to ready for Odysseus eventual return to Ithaca. She gets Telemachus to go on a boat provided by Noemon to search for word of Odysseus' fate. He first went to Pylos, and then on to the court of Menelaus (in Sparta) to get word. She then provided several other instances of help, including protecting Telemachus, protecting Odysseus.
To ask him what he know about Odysseus, his father.
Circe hinders Odysseus by first turning his men into animals and delaying Odysseus' progress. Once Odysseus manages to resist her spell (with Hermes' help), Odysseus then take her to bed for her to turn his men back into humans. For a year after, Odysseus feasts and stays with Circe, which further delays his return to Ithaca. When Odysseus and his men feel it is time to leave, Circe helps Odysseus by advising him to visit the prophet Teiresias in the Underworld. There he learns of the dangers ahead of Scylla, Charybdis, the Sirens, and Helios' cattle.
Eumaios the swineherd
nestor.
the city of pylos
Athena visits Telemachus to give him strength, courage, and encouragement. She also sets him on his way to ready for Odysseus eventual return to Ithaca. She gets Telemachus to go on a boat provided by Noemon to search for word of Odysseus' fate. He first went to Pylos, and then on to the court of Menelaus (in Sparta) to get word. She then provided several other instances of help, including protecting Telemachus, protecting Odysseus.
Telemachus visited the palace of Menelaus in Lacedaemon.
the city of pylos
This visit is valuable for Telemachus in helping him mature because he learns valuable lessons in leadership and courage from Menelaus and Helen. By witnessing their experiences and insights, Telemachus gains wisdom and perspective that help him navigate challenges as he matures into a capable leader. Additionally, the visit exposes Telemachus to the complexities of relationships and underscores the importance of trust and integrity in his own journey.
To ask him what he know about Odysseus, his father.
Odysseus and Telemachus devised a plan to escape by first seeking permission from Eumaeus to visit the city. They then disguised themselves in ragged clothes to blend in and avoid suspicion. This allowed them to leave the hut together undetected.
He visits his son and his servant and is disguised as a beggar.
Many Happy Returns - 1964 The Surprise Visit 1-14 was released on: USA: 28 December 1964
Menelaus - Husband to Queen Helen of Troy.