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A Goddess to be exact. She was a sorceress goddess who trapped Odysseus on her island for a year.

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What is a Circe in Greek mythology?

Circe was a goddess in the epicThe Odyssey.


Who was the witch in The Odyssey?

Circe


Who is Circe?

Circe generally refers to the Greek goddess. She is most well-known for her role in the Odyssey.


In what book does circe turn Odysseus men into pigs?

Circe turns Odysseus's men into pigs in Homer's epic poem "The Odyssey."


What is aeaea in The Odyssey?

Aeaea is the island that the enchantress Circe resided on.


What happened with Odysseus and Circe in the Odyssey?

found there home land


Was circe a god monster or human?

Circe was a goddess; the daughter of the sun god Helios.


What chapter did Circe tell Odysseus about the sirens?

Book 12 of the Odyssey.


What is the island of Circe?

The island of Circe is actually called Aeaea, but is home to the goddess Circe, who was the daughter of the sun god Helios. She was known to transform her enemies into animals with the use of secret potions. This was one of the many islands Odysseus stopped at on his way home to Ithaca in The Odyssey, and he stayed here for a total of five years.


Why is Circe from the Odyssey of Homer dangerous?

Circe was a goddess that could turn men into animals by making them drink her sweet honey potion.


Why did Circe turn Scylla into a monster?

Circe turned Scylla into a monster out of jealousy and vengeance. In Homer's "Odyssey," Scylla, a beautiful nymph, attracted the attention of the sea god Glaucus, who was in love with her. When Scylla rejected Glaucus's advances, he sought Circe's help to win her over, but instead, Circe fell in love with him. In retaliation for Scylla's rejection and to punish her, Circe transformed her into a hideous sea monster, forever cursed to terrorize sailors.


Who is the Enchantress in The Odyssey?

In the Odyssey, the Enchantress is Circe. She is a powerful sorceress who turns Odysseus's men into swine and captivates Odysseus with her magic. Odysseus eventually persuades her to use her powers to help him on his journey home.