What are some symbols in the Odyssey?
The Odyssey Symbols, Allegory and Motifs
- Odysseus’ bow (symbol) The mighty bow of Odysseus, which only he can string, is a symbol of his rightful place as king of Ithaca and husband of Penelope.
- Odysseus’ dog, Argos (symbol)
- Hospitality (motif)
- The Transfiguration of Odysseus’ men by Circe (allegory)
- The final journey of Odysseus (symbol)
What is the main idea of the Odyssey Part 1?
In The Odyssey, the reader first sees hospitality exploited by Penelope’s suitors. They have turned Odysseus’ home into their own private party hall and spend most of their time feasting and drinking at the host’s expense. Underlying the theme of revenge is the situation at Odysseus’ household.
Was the Odyssey written by a woman?
In 1897, Samuel Butler scandalized Victorian England by claiming that a woman wrote “The Odyssey.” In “Rediscovering Homer,” Andrew Dalby goes further — arguing that a woman probably composed both “The Odyssey” and “The Iliad.” These two epic poems, written around 650 B.C., are traditionally attributed to Homer.
What does Tiresias do in order to speak to Odysseus?
What does Tiresias do in order to speak to Odysseus? He must, “stand back from the trench put up your sword so i can drink blood and tell you all the truth.” What does Odysseus learn about his journey form Tiresias? He will make it home, but he’ll find trouble there (learns of suitors).
What God do the Cyclops dislike?
Homer’s Cyclopes live in the “world of men” rather than among the gods, as they presumably do in the Theogony. The Homeric Cyclopes are presented as uncivilized shepherds, who live in caves, savages with no regard for Zeus. They have no knowledge of agriculture, ships or craft.
Why does Odysseus kill Eurylochus?
Why does Odysseus want to kill Eurylochus? Answer: Eurylochus tells the men not to listen to Odysseus as he believes Odysseus will lead them to sure death or demise if they go to Circe’s palace. Answer: Odysseus’ men tie him to the ship and do not listen to his pleas to be untied.
Why was Eurylochus afraid of Circe?
Eurylochus fears to enter circe’s home. Eurylochus is afraid of circle because she is saying things to her animals to come to his men. How does circe treat Odysseus’ men initially? She treated Odysseus men to pigs.
Who is the god or goddess that helps Odysseus the most?
Athena