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Odysseus
Odysseus was King of Ithica. He never really wanted to join the Trojan War. As one of Helen's suitors, Odysseus was bound to the oath to defend her and Menelaus. Early in the courtship process, Odysseus had turned his attention to Helen's cousin Penelope. He married Penelope, who had his first son Telemachus. When Menelaus came for him, Odysseus pretended to be insane. He was in the fields sowing crops pretending to be oblivious to life around him. Palamedes saw though Odysseus's deceit and placed his son, Telemachus, in the path of the plow. When Odysseus steered away from the baby, his fake insanity was exposed. Odysseus never really forgave Palamedes for unmasking his deception. During the war, Odysseus framed Palamedes as a spy, and the Greeks had him stoned to death.
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What was Odysseus' job?
He was king of Ithica, a small island along Greece, and went on a 10 year journey starting with the Trojan war and not being able to return home.
What is Odysseus able to do that the suitors cannot do?
Odysseus is able to string his bow, after all the suitors have tried and failed. Odysseus is also able to win Penelope's heart, kill all the suitors, and have the love and respect of the gods, in particular Athena.
How did Poseidon interact with Odysseus?
Poseidon, the god of the sea, had a tumultuous relationship with Odysseus primarily due to Odysseus blinding his son, the Cyclops Polyphemus. In retaliation, Poseidon made Odysseus's journey home to Ithaca perilous, causing numerous obstacles and delays. Despite Odysseus's cleverness and resilience, Poseidon's wrath manifested in storms and shipwrecks, making his return a harrowing struggle. Ultimately, it was only with the intervention of other gods, like Athena, that Odysseus was able to finally reach home.
Did Agamemnon win The Trojan War?
King Agamemnon did win the Trojan War. The Greeks were able to break into the walls of Troy by building the famous Trojan Horse. Greeks opened the gates in the middle of the night and were able to storm the city.
How is Odysseus able to enter into his palace unnoticed by the suitors?
Odysseus is disguised as a beggar, and thus no one recognizes him.
What was Odysseus' job?
He was king of Ithica, a small island along Greece, and went on a 10 year journey starting with the Trojan war and not being able to return home.
What does Odysseus eventually do to be able to return home?
Odysseus defeats the sea monster guy
What story does Queen Helen tell Telemachus?
Queen Helen tells Telemachus about her time with Odysseus during the Trojan War, mentioning how she was able to deceive the Greek soldiers with her cunning skills. She also talks about Odysseus' intelligence and the strategies he used to help win the war.
What change enables Odysseus to return safely to Ithaca?
Odysseus is able to return safely to Ithaca due to the intervention of the goddess Athena, who guides and protects him throughout his journey. Additionally, he receives assistance from King Alcinous and the Phaeacians, who provide him with safe passage home after he recounts his adventures. Ultimately, Odysseus’s cleverness and determination, particularly in devising a plan to reclaim his home from the suitors, also play a crucial role in his successful return.
Why is Odysseus a mythic hero?
odysseus is an epic hero because he created the plan to end the 10 year trojan war, he was able to overcome many obsticles on his way home from the trojan war ( his voyage lasted 10 years because posiden got mad at him for stabbing his son in his eye, his son(s) is a cyclops, and made travel really hard), he is courageous and strong and he has a mortal weakness.
How is Odysseus able to negotiate with Circe the safe return of his men?
Hermes warns Odysseus before his encounter with the enchantress Circe, and gives Odysseus a magical herb to protect him from Circes' spells, as well as exact advice as to what to do. Circe tries to turn Odysseus into a pig but fails. Odysseus rushes Circe with his sword, but she acquiesces, and tries to bed Odysseus. Odysseus commands her to swear an oath to do him no further harm, and after she has, he beds her. Afterwards he refuses to eat, and explains he cannot until he sees his men. Circe retrieves them (as animals), and administers a drug to turn them back into normal. Odysseus tells his men to return to the ship.
What did Odysseus promise the Philoetius and Eumaeus if he was able to reclaim his palace?
He promises them a house near his, cattle, marriage and they get to be the brothers-in-arms of Telemachus.
What is Odysseus able to do that the suitors cannot do?
Odysseus is able to string his bow, after all the suitors have tried and failed. Odysseus is also able to win Penelope's heart, kill all the suitors, and have the love and respect of the gods, in particular Athena.
How did Poseidon interact with Odysseus?
Poseidon, the god of the sea, had a tumultuous relationship with Odysseus primarily due to Odysseus blinding his son, the Cyclops Polyphemus. In retaliation, Poseidon made Odysseus's journey home to Ithaca perilous, causing numerous obstacles and delays. Despite Odysseus's cleverness and resilience, Poseidon's wrath manifested in storms and shipwrecks, making his return a harrowing struggle. Ultimately, it was only with the intervention of other gods, like Athena, that Odysseus was able to finally reach home.
Why does Odysseus instruct Telemachus to not reveal to anyone that he has returned to Ithaca?
Odysseus still wishes to set the stage for his return. He needs to determine if his wife Penelope is faithful and which of his staff are still loyal. Further he needs to set up a scenario where he is able to defeat all the suitors. Odysseus is not a man to blindly charge into his death; he prefers cunning.
Did Agamemnon win The Trojan War?
King Agamemnon did win the Trojan War. The Greeks were able to break into the walls of Troy by building the famous Trojan Horse. Greeks opened the gates in the middle of the night and were able to storm the city.
Which suitor was able to complete the challenge?
Odysseus
