When Athena removes her disguise, Telemachos recognizes Odysseus as his father. Overwhelmed with emotion and disbelief, he initially struggles to accept that the man before him is indeed Odysseus, whom he believed to be lost. This moment signifies a pivotal reunion, highlighting Telemachos's growth and his longing for paternal connection. The revelation also reinforces the themes of identity and recognition central to the "Odyssey."
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a beggar
she dresses him in rags. she disguises him as a beggar.
She disguises him as a begger, with rags and dirty clothing.
He was disguised as an old man, by her magic.
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a beggar
Odysseus is greated by a shepherd, which turns out to be Athena in disguise.
Athena tells Odysseus to keep his identity a secret until he is ready to kill the suitors. Athena also helps to disguise Odysseus as a beggar.
she dresses him in rags. she disguises him as a beggar.
She disguises him as a begger, with rags and dirty clothing.
He was disguised as an old man, by her magic.
She disguised Odysseus as an old beggar, so he couldn't be recognized by anyone on Ithaca.
Telemachos
So he could see what was happening at his house without being recognized.
Yes, Telemachos receives Athena willingly. He is initially surprised by her presence but quickly recognizes her divine nature and guidance. Rather than resisting, he shows respect and openness to her advice, which leads him to embark on his journey to find information about his father, Odysseus. Athena's support inspires confidence in him as he takes his first steps toward maturity.
Athena, who is trying to help Odysseus, tells him to disguise himself as a beggar.