Circe warns Odysseus that the Sirens lure sailors to their doom with their enchanting songs, promising knowledge and wisdom. She advises him to plug the ears of his crew with beeswax to protect them from the Sirens' seductive call. Additionally, she instructs Odysseus to sail past them while tied to the mast of the ship, so he can hear their song without succumbing to their temptation. This way, he can safely navigate through their deadly waters.
There is no mention of a compass in Circe's gifts to Odysseus.
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Circe knows who Odysseus is because she is a goddess-enchantress. She has the gift of fore sight and sees who Odysseus is right away. She also give Odysseus prophesies that help him reach home.
Hermes gave Odysseus several things: 1. A chance at escaping back to Ithaca when he tells Calypso to free Odysseus. 2. A sprig of Moly to resist Circe's magical charms. 3. Advice to Odysseus on how to defeat Circe.
because he knew that she was bad and wanted to turn him into an animal
Hermes gives Odysseus a magic herb called Moly, a herb that symbolizes the protection of the gods, as only the gods can uproot it. It allows Odysseus to resist Circe's poisons and not transform into a pig.
I thonk gave them something in a drink that turned them into pigs. Swine.
He is begged to return to Circe's island and give his body a proper burial.
yes he did. i thought it was awesome!
In Homer's "Odyssey," Hermes gives Odysseus the moly plant in Book 10, during his visit to the island of Aiaia, where the witch Circe lives. The moly plant serves as a magical antidote to protect Odysseus from Circe's enchantments, allowing him to resist her spells. This moment is crucial, as it enables Odysseus to maintain his agency and ultimately confront Circe.
Odysseus gives in to Circe's enticements because he is physically weakened by his journey and her magic. Additionally, Circe offers him enticing promises of comfort, rest, and pleasures that appeal to his exhaustion and desire for respite. Her powers also make it difficult for Odysseus to resist her charms.