It was Amphinomus who convinced the other suitors to put off killing Telemachus. He felt it was not right to harm someone who was the son of a king.
Eurymachus argues that it was primarily Antinous who was responsible for the mistreatment of Odysseus' household, and that the other suitors should not be punished for his actions. He also pleads for mercy and offers to repay Odysseus for the damages caused.
The leader of the suitors, Antinous, along with the other suitors, conspires to kill Odysseus upon his return to Ithaca. They disrespect him, mock him, and try to take over his kingdom in his absence. Ultimately, Odysseus defeats them in a final showdown.
It is important for Telemachus to meet Pisistratus because Pisistratus provides guidance and support to Telemachus on his journey to find his father, Odysseus. Pisistratus also helps Telemachus navigate the challenges he faces when he visits other cities searching for information about his father. Their meeting strengthens Telemachus' resolve and gives him a companion on his quest.
Eurymachus admits that the suitors were wrong but tries to blame all of the suitors' evils on Antinous, the worst of them. He also offers to have the suitors repay Odysseus for all of the food and damages, and also pay a fine of 20 oxen, while paying him silver and gold until he forgives them. Eurymachus is not successful.
Odysseus feels angry and vengeful toward the suitors for disrespecting his home and trying to win Penelope's affections while he was away. Penelope, on the other hand, feels disdain and frustration towards the suitors for overstaying their welcome and pressuring her to choose a new husband, as she remains faithful to Odysseus.
Amphinomus
They do not like each other
Telemachus decides to leave Ithaca to gather news of his father. Antinuous and the other suitors arrange for some of the suitors to follow Telemachus from Ithaca and kill him on the seas.
Of the suitors, Odysseus first kill Antinous with an arrow to the throat. He then kills Eurymachus with an arrow to his liver, before killing many other suitors.
Telemachus first stabs Amphinomus in the back through his chest.Telemachus kills Euryades with his spear during the first volley, and Amphimedon with the second spear volley. He then kills Leocritus, son of Evenor, with a spear through his belly.It is assumed he kills several other men, although they are not named. He also probably kills some of the suitors' relatives when they attack.
In Homer's "The Odyssey," the only good suitor is Telemachus, Odysseus's son. Unlike the other suitors vying for Penelope's hand, who are disrespectful and greedy, Telemachus displays loyalty and respect for his father and mother. Throughout the epic, he embarks on a journey to find news of Odysseus, demonstrating his courage and commitment to reclaiming his family's honor. Ultimately, Telemachus stands by Odysseus in the battle against the suitors, reaffirming his role as a virtuous character.
Odysseus listens to their pleas briefly before he orders his son Telemachus and two loyal servants to execute them. They are all killed as punishment for their disrespect and betrayal.
At the beginning of "The Odyssey," Odysseus instructs Telemachus to assert himself and take charge of their household, which has been overrun by suitors vying for Penelope's hand. He encourages Telemachus to gather information about his father's whereabouts and to seek out news from other Greek leaders who may have returned from the Trojan War. This call to action is meant to instill confidence and responsibility in Telemachus, marking his transition into adulthood.
Eurymachus argues that it was primarily Antinous who was responsible for the mistreatment of Odysseus' household, and that the other suitors should not be punished for his actions. He also pleads for mercy and offers to repay Odysseus for the damages caused.
Telemachus threatens to throws stones at Eumaeus and chase him out into the country if he does not comply. He also laments that he could not evict some of the other suitors who mean mischief. The laughter from the suitors gives Eumaeus enough time to get the bow to Odysseus.
Odysseus conquered the suitors in multiple ways:ManlinessOdysseus conquered the suitors through display of physical prowess first. He performed the feat of stringing his boy which no one other than his son Telemachus was able to do. Further, he was able to shoot the arrow through the 12 handholds of the axes, further disparaging the suitors, and accentuating their physical weaknesses between him and them. BattleOdysseus continued to defeat the suitors by proceeding to KILL THEM ALL. Odysseus plucked off suitor after suitor with his arrows. In addition to being a legendary archer, Odysseus was famed for his spear work; after he had run out of arrows, he proceeded to kill the suitors with his spear.
Telemachus first ensures his mother's safety by getting Penelope to go back to the safety of her room. He helps prepare the suitors' death by telling Eumaeus to tell Euryclea to tell the maids to bar shut the doors of the hall. Telemachus stands by his father's side with sword and spear after Odysseus strings his bow, and shoots the arrow through the 12 axe handles. He then proceeds to help kill the suitors. Telemachus kills Euryades with his spear during the first volley, and Amphimedon with the second spear volley. He then kills Leocritus, son of Evenor. It is assumed he kills several other men, although they are not named. Later on, he tells Odysseus whom to spare.