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What foolish thing does Odysseus say to the Cyclops that demonstrates excessive pride?
Initially, Odysseus is cunning in being able to trick the Cyclops into believing his name was "Nobody" because the Cyclops would then be prevented from calling for help continually saying "Nobody is here!" However, Odysseus demonstrates excessive pride in having tricked the Cyclops and foolishly reveals that he is not "Nobody" but in fact the great "Odysseus." Enraged, the Cyclops calls upon his father Poseidon to punish Odysseus, and thus Odysseus's long journey home.
What do the suitors say to Odysseus to convince him not to kill them?
The suitors beg Odysseus for mercy, offering apologies and excuses for their behavior, while attempting to justify their actions by blaming the influence of the gods and their own desires for Penelope. They plead for their lives, promising to repay Odysseus and make amends for their wrongdoings.
What does Odysseus say when Polyphemus asks him for his name?
He tells him is name is Nohbdy. "Nohbdy, Nohbdy's tricked me, Nohbdy's ruined me!" -Polyphemus or Cyclops
Why do the suitors say they wont leave Odysseus' house?
The suitors refuse to leave Odysseus' house because they are taking advantage of his absence to court his wife, Penelope, and consume his resources. They believe that Odysseus is dead and will not return, so they feel entitled to stay.
What does Odysseus say when challenged?
Odysseus usually responds to challenges with cunning or strategic thinking, often using intelligence or trickery to overcome obstacles. He is known for his ability to outsmart opponents rather than relying on brute strength.
What did Odysseus say that angered Poseidon?
He did not say anything to Poseidon; rather, he blinded Polyphemus, the god's cyclops son, because of his pride (his hubris) Odysseus revealed his true identity to the cyclops, and in return Polyphemus told his father (the resulting hamartia.)
Why did the cyclops say that Poseidon was his father?
Since Poseidon was Polyphemus' father, when Odysseus blinded Polyphemus, Poseidon was angered at Odysseus.
What did Obysseus say that angered Poseidon god of the sea?
It is not what he said, it is what he did. Odysseus blinded the cyclops son of the sea god Poseidon.
What foolish thing does Odysseus say to the Cyclops that demonstrates excessive pride?
Initially, Odysseus is cunning in being able to trick the Cyclops into believing his name was "Nobody" because the Cyclops would then be prevented from calling for help continually saying "Nobody is here!" However, Odysseus demonstrates excessive pride in having tricked the Cyclops and foolishly reveals that he is not "Nobody" but in fact the great "Odysseus." Enraged, the Cyclops calls upon his father Poseidon to punish Odysseus, and thus Odysseus's long journey home.
What are Poseidon's actions?
Poseidon is the lord of the seas and can drown the sailors. Like when odysseys blinded the cyclops, odysseus and his crew drowned
What does Tiresias say to Odysseus should do after dealing with the suitors?
Tiresias advises Odysseus to make sacrifices to Poseidon to appease his anger, and then to embark on a journey with an oar until he finds a place where the people do not recognize what an oar is. There, he should plant the oar in the ground and make offerings to Poseidon to receive peace and prosperity.
What does Odysseus say to taunt the Cyclops?
Odysseus tells Polyphemus that his misfortune is a punishment from the gods for being a bad host, and not treating travelers properly. Odysseus says that he is Odysseus, not "Nobody" and he has successfully tricked and blinded Polyphemus (the cyclops). Polyphemus shouts out to his father Poseidon to punish Odysseus. Thus Odysseus' long journey.
Did polyphemus the son of poseidon have any children?
Some say, Galateia was the mother by Polyphemos of Galatos, the eponymous king of Galatia in Asia Minor.
What does Teirsais say Odysseus should do after dealing with the suitors?
After Odysseus deals with the suitors, Teiresias advises him to make a journey to appease Poseidon by finding a community that knows nothing of the sea and offering a sacrifice. He instructs Odysseus to plant a oar and perform rituals to honor the god, ensuring that he can return peacefully to his homeland. Following these actions, Odysseus is to live out his days in peace, away from the sea, ultimately achieving a fulfilled and harmonious life.
Who does the Cyclops say his father is?
poseidon
What God causes Odysseus to lose course when he sets sail for home?
it depends on the point and time. After eating Helios' cattle, his ship was struck by Zeus and he was cast on a raft. he was never necessarily "lost", but some say it was poseidon.
How does Odysseus manage to say no to Calypso and still not offend her?
Hermes is sent down to Calypso, telling her that the gods wish for her to release Odysseus. Therefore, it is Calypso who allows Odysseus to leave, not Odysseus who 'manages to say no.'
