In Odysseus' palace, people were feasting because they were the suitors vying for Penelope's hand in marriage, believing Odysseus to be dead. They took advantage of Odysseus' absence, consuming his resources and disrespecting his household. The feasting symbolized their arrogance and entitlement, as they believed they could take over Odysseus' life and legacy without consequence. This situation set the stage for Odysseus' eventual return and confrontation with the suitors.
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suitors tried to come and take Odysseus wife Penelope, his palace and land.
On the same day that Odysseus returned to Ithaca, the suitors of Penelope, who were vying for her hand in marriage, gathered in the palace. They were led by Antinous and Eurymachus, who were particularly prominent among the group. The suitors were feasting and reveling, unaware that Odysseus was disguised as a beggar among them, planning his revenge against their disrespect and greed.
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They are the suitors of Odysseus's wife, Penelope.
The unwelcome visitors in Odysseus's palace are the suitors, a group of men vying for the hand of his wife, Penelope, during Odysseus's long absence. They consume his wealth and resources, showing disrespect for his household and family. Their presence creates tension and conflict, ultimately leading to a dramatic confrontation when Odysseus returns.
Odysseus kills the suitors in the Great Hall in his palace.
they swallowed him in the toilet
Odysseus is disguised as a beggar, and thus no one recognizes him.
Athena told him.
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