The world today relies on a foundation of allies between different groups in order to maintain peace and cooperation. One of the prominent alliances in existence today is the United Nations, which connects leaders from numerous countries who work together to solve problems such as peace, security, and economic problems. In order for these alliances form and last, the different parties have to honor one another and show a humble readiness to work together in order to accomplish a common goal. Keeping standards of respect and cooperation with others is crucial in all aspects of life to have harmony, cooperation, and stability. In accordance with this pattern, the alliances of characters in Greek mythology alliances are vital components in their
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This makes Poseidon angry with Odysseus and the god plans to keep him from coming home throughout the story by “launch[ing] a colossal wave” (5.403), “loosing winds against” him (7.312), “sweeping [Odysseus] on” to various islands (13.239), and creating “crushing walls of waves” (23.265). These forces from Poseidon which hinder Odysseus from returning home all originate from the man’s blatant disrespect towards one tied to a god. Because of his hubris and disrespect, Odysseus’ fate is to be kept on various islands for ten years before he can complete his journey. Odysseus’ crew dishonored the gods at one of the many delaying stops they made at the land of the Helios, the sun god. While Odysseus prays to the gods, the crew of Odysseus goes against his orders and feasts on the cattle of the Sun. These actions outrage Helios and he requests punishment on the men from Zeus, which Zeus grants by sending a “murderous blast” to their boat, thereby causing all of Odysseus’ crewmembers to die (12.442). Despite all of the warnings the crew had, their pride and disrespect eventually overcome them and cause them to face with disaster from the gods. As Odysseus did not partake in this dishonorable feast, the gods spare him but leave him with no crew mates. The circumstance …show more content…
Telemachus learns this principle early in the book from Athena herself. While at the home of Nestor, Athena makes a libation to Poseidon to bring good fortune to the people on the island and to secure their safe passage home. Telemachus echoes her prayer, and she ”brought it all to pass” (3.70). Through this experience, Telemachus realizes the importance of honoring the gods and shows maturity which allows him to become a man to fight with his father when he returns. Telemachus also travels safely over the water so Athena’s plan may later unfold. Although it takes him longer than his son Telemachus, Odysseus also eventually learns to honor the gods. On the Phaeacian island, Odysseus’ final stop before he returns to Ithaca, he prays to “find some mercy and some love” among the people (6.360). When Odysseus then presents himself to the king and the queen, they take Odysseus in and provide him with supplies and shipmates to help him in his passage home. Instead of disregarding the gods and showing pride as Odysseus may have done before his development of maturity, the man prays to the gods to rely on them for help and humbles himself before the king and queen. Because of this, they have mercy on him and Odysseus receives their hospitality and embark to finally reach his home. Odysseus continues to display an increase in humility and honor for the gods as he nears his return to power.
This makes Poseidon angry with Odysseus and the god plans to keep him from coming home throughout the story by “launch[ing] a colossal wave” (5.403), “loosing winds against” him (7.312), “sweeping [Odysseus] on” to various islands (13.239), and creating “crushing walls of waves” (23.265). These forces from Poseidon which hinder Odysseus from returning home all originate from the man’s blatant disrespect towards one tied to a god. Because of his hubris and disrespect, Odysseus’ fate is to be kept on various islands for ten years before he can complete his journey. Odysseus’ crew dishonored the gods at one of the many delaying stops they made at the land of the Helios, the sun god. While Odysseus prays to the gods, the crew of Odysseus goes against his orders and feasts on the cattle of the Sun. These actions outrage Helios and he requests punishment on the men from Zeus, which Zeus grants by sending a “murderous blast” to their boat, thereby causing all of Odysseus’ crewmembers to die (12.442). Despite all of the warnings the crew had, their pride and disrespect eventually overcome them and cause them to face with disaster from the gods. As Odysseus did not partake in this dishonorable feast, the gods spare him but leave him with no crew mates. The circumstance …show more content…
Telemachus learns this principle early in the book from Athena herself. While at the home of Nestor, Athena makes a libation to Poseidon to bring good fortune to the people on the island and to secure their safe passage home. Telemachus echoes her prayer, and she ”brought it all to pass” (3.70). Through this experience, Telemachus realizes the importance of honoring the gods and shows maturity which allows him to become a man to fight with his father when he returns. Telemachus also travels safely over the water so Athena’s plan may later unfold. Although it takes him longer than his son Telemachus, Odysseus also eventually learns to honor the gods. On the Phaeacian island, Odysseus’ final stop before he returns to Ithaca, he prays to “find some mercy and some love” among the people (6.360). When Odysseus then presents himself to the king and the queen, they take Odysseus in and provide him with supplies and shipmates to help him in his passage home. Instead of disregarding the gods and showing pride as Odysseus may have done before his development of maturity, the man prays to the gods to rely on them for help and humbles himself before the king and queen. Because of this, they have mercy on him and Odysseus receives their hospitality and embark to finally reach his home. Odysseus continues to display an increase in humility and honor for the gods as he nears his return to power.