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After Athene changed from the form of a herdsman and revealed her identity to Odysseus what did Odysseus say to her?
Book 13 verses 311-440 Odysseus recognize that Athena has been kind to him and asks her to verify that indeed he is in his homeland. Athena does, Odysseus rejoice and together they devise a plan to revenge the suitors.
What is the parallel between the suitors on Ithaka and the men with Odysseus?
The suitors at Ithaka were unwise beasts, wild animas who did what ever it took to get what they wanted (penelope) and didn't succeed. Odysseus' men were wild, foolish beasts who fell for lots of tricks on their journey, (just like the suitors) and didn't get what the sought so hard to get.. they didn't get home. They tried and failed. Just like the suitors.
What did the wooers to in the Odysseus?
The wooers in the Odyssey were a group of suitors trying to win the hand of Penelope, Odysseus' wife, in his absence. They took over his palace, consumed his resources, and behaved disrespectfully towards Penelope and Telemachus. Ultimately, they were defeated by Odysseus upon his return.
How did Penelope's suitors betray Odysseus?
Penelope's suitors betrayed Odysseus by invading his home, consuming his food and wine, disrespecting his belongings, and attempting to marry his wife. They essentially took advantage of his absence and presumed death to try and claim his kingdom and wife as their own.
How many years had the wooers been in Odysseus place?
The wooers had been in Odysseus's house for around four years during his absence. Since Odysseus left for the Trojan War, they took advantage of his long absence, consuming his wealth and pursuing his wife, Penelope. Their presence highlights the challenges Odysseus faces upon his return, as he must reclaim his home and family from these unruly suitors.
How did the return go for Odysseus?
It took him ten years. He lost his entire crew. He had to slip into town incognito for fear of be assassinated, and he had to kill the suitors before he could claim his rightful throne. All in all, not too bad.
What was the Home of the people who took Odysseus home?
Scheria was home to the Phaecians who took Odysseus home.
Who was Eumaeus?
Eumaeus was a faithful swineherd in Homer's epic poem, the Odyssey. He lived on the island of Ithaca and took care of Odysseus's pigs while the hero was away on his journey. He plays an important role in helping Odysseus reclaim his kingdom upon his return.
What was the oath of Tyndareus in Greek Mythology?
Tyndareus is the father of Helen of Troy. In order to not be negatively effected when he picked Helen's husband, he took the advice of Odysseus to make all of the suitors to pledge to come in defense of whoever married Helen if something happens to her.
Who Took Chryseis back to her father?
Odysseus.
How many of his men went with Odysseus to investigate to cave of the cyclops?
Odysseus took 12 men.
What did Telemachus do after Odysseus shot the arrow and it passed through the axes?
After the arrow shot by Odysseus passed through the axes, Telemachus took charge of the situation and removed the weapons from the Great Hall. He then ordered the disloyal maidservants to clean the Hall and dispose of the bodies. Finally, he continued to assist his father in the subsequent battle against the suitors.
