If I remember right, Odysseus insists that the men go in there so that the Cyclops would give them 'guest-gifts' .
Odysseus and his men walked into the cave during the day.
2 versions: Either, 1.) He did not think the Cyclops would try to eat him, and instead actually help him 2.) He did not know the cave belonged to a cyclops
Odysseus and his men wait in the cyclops cave, as Odysseus is curious as to who the cyclops is. As Polyphemus brings in his sheep, he spots the men in the cave.
In the cyclops cave
Odysseus was curious about the type of men the Cyclops were.
to feed
The Cyclops, Polyphemus, is inside the cave when Odysseus and his men enter.
Odysseus' reaction is to enter the cave to see if anyone is home.
to get the golden fleece
The Cyclops was herding his sheep and cattle when Odysseus first enter the cave.
Odysseus' men want to steal the cheese and run away on their ships.
Odysseus' men want to steal the cheese and run away on their ships.
Odysseus' men want to steal the cheese and run away on their ships.
he found food & he also found the giant
Odysseus and his men walked into the cave during the day.
(Great book, absolutely enjoyed it) Remember that in Greek customs, it was expected that if a famous hero entered your home you would praise him with a gift as a sign of respect and hopitality. Odysseus, a man of extreme fame and honor was expecting Polyphemus (cyclops) to shower him with gifts when he returns to the cave. Therefore Odysseus lingered, waiting for the cyclops to come and give him presents. (the gift is interesting to say the least...)
2 versions: Either, 1.) He did not think the Cyclops would try to eat him, and instead actually help him 2.) He did not know the cave belonged to a cyclops