Odyssey Mini-Paper
The relationships between Gods and mortals in the Odyssey vary tremendously based on the attributes of the mortal. If the mortal has traits that are similar to that of which the God/Goddess governs then that mortal will most likely have the favor of that God. The relationship between Odysseus and the Goddess Athena as described in the Odyssey is a unique and interesting one. Unlike many God to mortal relationships Athena and Odysseus seem to have a close and intimate relationship.
Athena jokes with Odysseus, calling him “a fool” (Book 13, line 269) which might be mistaken for malice by someone not familiar with the context of their relationship, but instead insinuates how long and deep their relationship is by the fact
The relationships between Gods and mortals in the Odyssey vary tremendously based on the attributes of the mortal. If the mortal has traits that are similar to that of which the God/Goddess governs then that mortal will most likely have the favor of that God. The relationship between Odysseus and the Goddess Athena as described in the Odyssey is a unique and interesting one. Unlike many God to mortal relationships Athena and Odysseus seem to have a close and intimate relationship.
Athena jokes with Odysseus, calling him “a fool” (Book 13, line 269) which might be mistaken for malice by someone not familiar with the context of their relationship, but instead insinuates how long and deep their relationship is by the fact