Odysseus was only supposed to be away for a few years. He was supposed to see his boy grow up and live a joyful life with his wife, Penelopeia. Then it was mandatory for him to go to war. The war lasted a solid 10 years, but then Odysseus still couldn’t return. He was forced away from his family on the voyage back to Ithaca. He had too many struggles on his way home, to get his family back. Even after nearly 20 years he still had to continue fighting for his family and their safety.
One of the first roadblocks he hit on his way back from the war was the lotus plants. His crew continued to eat them repeatedly, causing them to lose motivation. Even though the Lotus Eaters played a small part in his journey, it undoubtedly showed how much willpower …show more content…
Odysseus made it back home after practically 20 years, with the loss of numerous men. He was finally home, but no one knew. To show him being clever and extra safe, he was disguised by Athena. He played the part well of being an innocent elderly beggar to be able to follow through with his plan. His wife and son motivated him even if they didn’t know it. He showed perseverance by not giving up through all of his hardships. He certainly didn’t decide to quit when he got home either. He remained persistent with his fight for his family by getting rid of all of the suitors that were slowly but surely destroying his home and family. Odysseus even went through a few physical hits before his plan was ready and all of the suitors, besides a few innocent ones, were murdered. The loyal servants and friends were saved and some even helped by lending a hand in eliminating the suitors.
Overall, these were just two of the several setbacks Odysseus suffered from over the years. The Odyssey had multiple other different and minor themes that echoed throughout the story. Odysseus managed to get through all of these struggles and achieved his goal. He returned to his family and to his home,
One of the first roadblocks he hit on his way back from the war was the lotus plants. His crew continued to eat them repeatedly, causing them to lose motivation. Even though the Lotus Eaters played a small part in his journey, it undoubtedly showed how much willpower …show more content…
Odysseus made it back home after practically 20 years, with the loss of numerous men. He was finally home, but no one knew. To show him being clever and extra safe, he was disguised by Athena. He played the part well of being an innocent elderly beggar to be able to follow through with his plan. His wife and son motivated him even if they didn’t know it. He showed perseverance by not giving up through all of his hardships. He certainly didn’t decide to quit when he got home either. He remained persistent with his fight for his family by getting rid of all of the suitors that were slowly but surely destroying his home and family. Odysseus even went through a few physical hits before his plan was ready and all of the suitors, besides a few innocent ones, were murdered. The loyal servants and friends were saved and some even helped by lending a hand in eliminating the suitors.
Overall, these were just two of the several setbacks Odysseus suffered from over the years. The Odyssey had multiple other different and minor themes that echoed throughout the story. Odysseus managed to get through all of these struggles and achieved his goal. He returned to his family and to his home,