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Because Poseidon would punish him by killing 14 of his men and keeping all there heads so he would remember what he had done.

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What Odysseus determined to do and what temptation does he resist?

Odysseus is determined to be faithful to his wife Penelope, and he resists killing, other women, etc.


Why were Odysseus' men turned into swine?

They fell under circies spell, Odysseus was able to resist, because of moly that was given to him by Hermes.


What did Hermes give to Odysseus?

Hermes gave Odysseus several things: 1. A chance at escaping back to Ithaca when he tells Calypso to free Odysseus. 2. A sprig of Moly to resist Circe's magical charms. 3. Advice to Odysseus on how to defeat Circe.


How did circe help and hinder Odysseus?

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.


Why is Odysseus able to avoid Circe's spell?

Odysseus is able to avoid Circe's spell because Hermes provides him with a magical herb called "moly," which protects him from her enchantments. This herb grants him immunity to Circe's magic, allowing him to resist her transformation of men into animals. Additionally, Odysseus demonstrates his cleverness and bravery by confronting Circe and compelling her to free his men, ultimately turning the situation to his advantage.

Related Questions

What Odysseus determined to do and what temptation does he resist?

Odysseus is determined to be faithful to his wife Penelope, and he resists killing, other women, etc.


Why were Odysseus' men turned into swine?

They fell under circies spell, Odysseus was able to resist, because of moly that was given to him by Hermes.


Herb given to Odysseus by Hermes?

In Homer's "Odyssey," Hermes gave Odysseus a magical herb called "moly" to protect him from Circe's enchantments. The herb helped Odysseus resist Circe's spells and remain in control of his own actions.


Who comes to help Odysseus with his problem with Circe?

Hermes gives Odysseus a magic herb called Moly, a herb that symbolizes the protection of the gods, as only the gods can uproot it. It allows Odysseus to resist Circe's poisons and not transform into a pig.


Who helps Odysseus survive circe trick?

Hermes, the messenger god, tells Odysseus how to resist Circe's magic and guides him on what he needs to do to overcome the enchantment.


What did Hermes give to Odysseus?

Hermes gave Odysseus several things: 1. A chance at escaping back to Ithaca when he tells Calypso to free Odysseus. 2. A sprig of Moly to resist Circe's magical charms. 3. Advice to Odysseus on how to defeat Circe.


What does Hermes give to Odysseus to protect him from?

Hermes gives Odysseus a magic herb called Moly, a herb that symbolizes the protection of the gods, as only the gods can uproot it. It allows Odysseus to resist Circe's poisons and not transform into a pig.


What does Hermes give Odysseus to protect him from Circe's magic?

Hermes gives Odysseus a magic herb called Moly, a herb that symbolizes the protection of the gods, as only the gods can uproot it. It allows Odysseus to resist Circe's poisons and not transform into a pig.


Who advises Odysseus on how to not become a pig?

Hermes advises Odysseus on how to avoid Circe's spell that turns men into pigs by giving him a special herb called moly to protect him. Odysseus follows Hermes' instructions and is able to resist Circe's magic.


What does Hermes tell Odysseus to do to defeat circe?

Hermes advises Odysseus to use the herb Moly to resist Circe's enchantments. He tells Odysseus to draw his sword and threaten Circe with harm if she attempts to bewitch him. Finally, he instructs Odysseus to make Circe swear an oath not to harm him before he agrees to her hospitality.


How did circe help and hinder Odysseus?

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.


What is the name of the flower in The Odyssey?

The flower that puts them to sleep is the lotus the flower that Hermes gives Odysseus to resist Circe's spell is called 'Moly'