Odysseus was far better, but he also had the aid of the gods.
Eurylochus is Odysseus' second in command.
Odysseus becomes angry because Eurylochus tries to undermine his leadership. Eurylochus disregards Odysseus in front of the sailors and unsuccessfully tries to mutiny.
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Why does Eurylochus object to obeying Odysseus?
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Eurylochus is Odysseus' second in command.
Eurylochus convinces Odysseus' men to eat the cattle of Helios by arguing that it is better to die by the hands of Helios than to starve to death. He questions Odysseus's authority and portrays their leader as selfish for not allowing them to eat the cattle. Eurylochus also plays on the men's fear and desperation, manipulating their emotions to make them disregard Odysseus's instructions.
Odysseus becomes angry because Eurylochus tries to undermine his leadership. Eurylochus disregards Odysseus in front of the sailors and unsuccessfully tries to mutiny.
Eurylochus was defiant. He attempted to stop Odysseus men from following him to Circes house but Odysseus men decided to follow him and Eurylochus came with because Odysseus yelled at him.
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Why does Eurylochus object to obeying Odysseus?
Eurylochus did not obey to the orders of Odysseus and when Odysseus brought back his colleagues from the palace of Circe they almost had a fight
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Eurylochus proves to be a more persuasive leader than Odysseus in this episode because he uses fear and manipulation to sway the men, tapping into their doubts and insecurities. He offers them a seemingly easier alternative to Odysseus' plan, which plays on their desire for immediate gratification and safety. Eurylochus' tactics exploit the men's vulnerabilities and provide a quick solution, making his approach more appealing in the moment.
Eurylochus criticizes Odysseus for risking their lives by not leaving the island immediately after Polyphemus, the Cyclops, was blinded. He believes Odysseus's curiosity and desire for glory led to their dangerous situation. Eurylochus thinks Odysseus's behavior was reckless and irresponsible.
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