“Men go to far greater lengths to avoid what they fear than to obtain what they desire.” ~ Dan Brown, The Da Vinci Code
In The Odyssey, Homer utilizes characterization to validate that fear is often the root of temptation. For example he states, “I will not share your bed unless you swear the mighty oath, o goddess – to insure that you’ll forgo any thoughts of further plots.” (Homer 10.342-344) Odysseus is normally a good man but, like many men, he fears the Gods. He gives into Círcë’s charms like Hermes said he should in fear of being struck down by Athena, or being captured by Circe and having to go without Athena’s help. His character changes momentarily as he forgets about the perils ahead of him in favor of Circe’s company. Much like
In The Odyssey, Homer utilizes characterization to validate that fear is often the root of temptation. For example he states, “I will not share your bed unless you swear the mighty oath, o goddess – to insure that you’ll forgo any thoughts of further plots.” (Homer 10.342-344) Odysseus is normally a good man but, like many men, he fears the Gods. He gives into Círcë’s charms like Hermes said he should in fear of being struck down by Athena, or being captured by Circe and having to go without Athena’s help. His character changes momentarily as he forgets about the perils ahead of him in favor of Circe’s company. Much like