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Odysseus would have been ambushed had he arrived in Ithica without a disguise.
Also a large part of Homeric Greece was reputation, and making sure that everyone knew of your great deeds. Because Odysseus was able to survive these hardships and brave feats, when he did eventually return, everyone would learn of his bravery and heroic adventures. Basically, they loved to show off, and in their society, there was no point in doing anything if no one else knew about it.
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Why did the goddess Athena want Zeus to send Hermes to calypso?
Athena wanted Zeus to send Hermes to Calypso to ensure the release of Odysseus, who was being held captive on her island. She felt sympathy for Odysseus, recognizing his longing to return home to Ithaca and his family. By facilitating his return, Athena aimed to restore balance and help him fulfill his destiny. Additionally, she sought to demonstrate her support for Odysseus, whom she admired for his cleverness and bravery.
What did Athena send to Penelope and why?
Athena sent Penelope a dream in which she encouraged her to remain hopeful about her husband Odysseus's return. This dream reassured Penelope of Odysseus's eventual homecoming and served to strengthen her resolve against the suitors who were pressuring her to remarry. Athena's intervention highlights her role as a protector of Odysseus's family and her desire to assist Penelope during her trials.
Why does Athena send Telemachus on a journey in search of news of Odysseus instead of simply telling him that Odysseus is on his way home?
Because she wants him to make a name for himself-in other words become a man.
Who send Odysseus back to Ithaca?
The Phaeacians sent Odysseus back to Ithaca thanks to their king, King Alcinous.
How many men did Odysseus send on the island with the lotus eaters?
2 men and a runner
What did Athena send to Odysseus's house?
A owl
What goddess pities Odysseus?
Athena is generally the goddess who pities Odysseus, and pleads with the Gods to send him home. Calypso also pities Odysseus when she finds him washed up on her shores, and she nurses Odysseus back to health.
Why did the goddess Athena want Zeus to send Hermes to calypso?
Athena wanted Zeus to send Hermes to Calypso to ensure the release of Odysseus, who was being held captive on her island. She felt sympathy for Odysseus, recognizing his longing to return home to Ithaca and his family. By facilitating his return, Athena aimed to restore balance and help him fulfill his destiny. Additionally, she sought to demonstrate her support for Odysseus, whom she admired for his cleverness and bravery.
What did Athena send to Penelope and why?
Athena sent Penelope a dream in which she encouraged her to remain hopeful about her husband Odysseus's return. This dream reassured Penelope of Odysseus's eventual homecoming and served to strengthen her resolve against the suitors who were pressuring her to remarry. Athena's intervention highlights her role as a protector of Odysseus's family and her desire to assist Penelope during her trials.
Why does Athena send Telemachus on a journey in search of news of Odysseus instead of simply telling him that Odysseus is on his way home?
Because she wants him to make a name for himself-in other words become a man.
Why does Calypso finally allow Odysseus to leave her island?
because the goddess Athena calls a council of the gods at Olympus and convinces Zeus to let Odysseus return. The gods then send Hermes as messenger to bring the news of Zeus's will to Calypso who reluctanly agrees to let Odysseus go.
Does Athena send an omen to the suitors?
No
Where does circe send odysseus when he leaves her home?
circe sends odysseus to the underworld
Where does Circe send Odysseus for a prophecy?
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Where does circe send Odysseus when he leaves her island?
Ithaca
How does Odysseus escape from calypso's isle?
He doesn't escape, he's let go. After Zeus says it's time to send Odysseus home, he describes what will happen on this last leg of the journey. Then, he send Hermes to tell Calypso it's time to send Odysseus away. She gives Odysseus some tools, they go into the forest and he builds himself a ship. She gives him some cloth, he makes sails. She supplies him and send him on his way.
Who send Odysseus back to Ithaca?
The Phaeacians sent Odysseus back to Ithaca thanks to their king, King Alcinous.
