Antinous becomes angry with the beggar, who is Odysseus in disguise, because he perceives him as a threat to his authority and the suitors' revelry. The beggar's presence disrupts the festivities and challenges the suitors' arrogance, provoking Antinous to lash out in a fit of frustration. His anger reflects the broader theme of pride and the consequences of failing to recognize the true identity and worth of others.
Antinous became angry at Odysseus the beggar for several reasons.Antinous did not feel like he should have to give any of his food to a beggar.Antinous felt like the beggar was a bad omen who should stay away from him.The beggar insulted Antinous breeding.
The suitors considered Antinous ungracious for treating the beggar so poorly and warned Antinous that if the beggar were really a god, then Antinous might suffer some ill fate.
Antinous seems to have an air of self-importance, and believes he is far better than a beggar. For a beggar to even talk to him is considered an insult to him.
Antinous laughed at him, but Penelope sayd that anyone can try, so he just did it)
Antinous is wooing his wife Penelope. Also, Antinous is rude, obnoxious, and treats Odysseus poorly. When Odysseus is a beggar asking for food, Antinous not only gives him no food, but also throws a foot stool at him. Antinous also earlier previously encouraged Irus the beggar to fight Odysseus.
Antinous became angry at Odysseus the beggar for several reasons.Antinous did not feel like he should have to give any of his food to a beggar.Antinous felt like the beggar was a bad omen who should stay away from him.The beggar insulted Antinous breeding.
Antinous becomes angry at Irus for challenging Odysseus to a bum fight but then being reluctant and fearful once Odysseus' muscular thighs were displayed. He is mildly angry at Irus for losing to Odysseus. Antinous becomes angry at Odysseus for begging for food from him. Odysseus berates Antinous' refusal and continues to beg for food from him. Antinous then gets angry at Odysseus for cursing him with a bad end before his marriage. Finally, Antinous gets angry at Odysseus for having the gall to ask to attempt to string the bow.
The suitors considered Antinous ungracious for treating the beggar so poorly and warned Antinous that if the beggar were really a god, then Antinous might suffer some ill fate.
Antinous seems to have an air of self-importance, and believes he is far better than a beggar. For a beggar to even talk to him is considered an insult to him.
Antinous laughed at him, but Penelope sayd that anyone can try, so he just did it)
Antinous is wooing his wife Penelope. Also, Antinous is rude, obnoxious, and treats Odysseus poorly. When Odysseus is a beggar asking for food, Antinous not only gives him no food, but also throws a foot stool at him. Antinous also earlier previously encouraged Irus the beggar to fight Odysseus.
Antinous never wants to kill Odysseus, because he never realizes Odysseus is still alive. He may have wanted to kill the beggar, whom is Odysseus in disguise, but is prevented from doing so by honour and Telemachus' threats. Odysseus as a beggar begs from Antinous and curses him when Antinous refuses impolitely. He does want to marry Penelope, Odysseus' wife.
Antinous told the beggar that he was already lucky to have dined equally among the men, and having been allowed to listen to the suitors' conversations. Antinous accuses him of drinking too much wine.
Antinous is warned that Odysseus, the wandering beggar, may actually be a god in disguise.
Antinous reacts to Odysseus, disguised as a beggar, with disdain and aggression. He mocks the beggar's appearance and treats him with contempt, reflecting his arrogance and cruelty as one of the suitors vying for Penelope's hand. Antinous's harsh treatment underscores his lack of compassion and foreshadows the eventual downfall of the suitors, as he fails to recognize the true identity of Odysseus.
Antinous told the beggar that he was already lucky to have dined equally among the men, and having been allowed to listen to the suitors' conversations. Antinous accuses him of drinking too much wine.
Antinous treats Odysseus, disguised as a beggar, with disdain and cruelty. He mocks him, shows no respect, and even threatens him, reflecting his arrogance and sense of superiority over the impoverished figure. This behavior epitomizes the suitors' overall disrespect for the beggar, unaware that he is actually Odysseus, their rightful lord. Antinous's cruel treatment ultimately contributes to his downfall when Odysseus reveals his true identity.