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Odysseus is hesitant to accept Athena's help because he feels a deep sense of pride and responsibility as a leader. He believes he must rely on his own wits and abilities to navigate the challenges he faces, fearing that accepting assistance might undermine his identity as a hero. Additionally, he is wary of the consequences of divine intervention, having experienced both its benefits and pitfalls in his journey. This internal conflict reflects his complexity as a character, balancing human agency with the influence of the gods.
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Why does Athena want to help Odysseus get back home in the Odyssey?
Athena is the goddess of war and Odysseus was in the war. It is her responsibility to help him.
Why would Athena help Odysseus?
She was the goddess of heroes and she favored, Odysseus.
What motivated Athena to help Odysseus?
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How did Athena help Odysseus?
She directed winds that took him to Phaecia
Who does Odysseus trust to help him defeat the suitors?
Telemachus and Athena
Why does Athena want to help Odysseus get back home in the Odyssey?
Athena is the goddess of war and Odysseus was in the war. It is her responsibility to help him.
Why would Athena help Odysseus?
She was the goddess of heroes and she favored, Odysseus.
What motivated Athena to help Odysseus?
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What three women help Odysseus on his journey?
Circe, Calypso, Ino, and Nausicaa help Odysseus. Athena helps Odysseus as well.
How did Athena help Odysseus?
She directed winds that took him to Phaecia
Who does Odysseus trust to help him defeat the suitors?
Telemachus and Athena
What god does Odysseus ask for help from when attacking antinous?
Athena
Why did Athena help Odysseus?
Athena helped Odysseus because she admired him and he reminded her of herself. Also because he showed piety and gave her prayers and sacrifices.
What made Athena a hero?
Athena was not a hero, Athena was a goddess. Athena did help heroes such as Heracles, Jason, Odysseus, Perseus, Theseus and others in their endeavors.
Did Poseidon help Odysseus escape Calypso?
No! Poseidon tries to drown Odysseus during his escape from Calypso. Athena and Hermes assist Odysseus.
Could Odysseus have been a hero and king without the aid of the goddess Athena?
No. Athena's great wisdom help Odysseus get past Poseidon If she did not help him Odysseus would have been lost at sea because he blinded Poseidon's kid, Polyphemus and that angered Poseidon.
How does Athena aid Odysseus during the fight with the suitors?
Athena refuses to fight directly, instead relying on Odysseus' warrior spirit to carry the day. She chastises Odysseus when he asks for her help (when she is disguised as Mentor). Athena guides Odysseus' men's spears into their targets, and helps the suitors mostly miss their spear throws.
