Scylla

The story opens up with Homer asking a muse to help him tell the story of Odysseus. Odysseus was just in the Trojan War and he has not come home yet and now his wife penelope is worried and their house is full of sutors. Telemachus is trying to find his dad figure in his life but he could not find it so Athena the god of wisdom travels to Ithaca to mentor Telemachus so that he may become the man of the house and set out to look for his father who is said to be dead. Later with the help of Athena…

What qualities do you consider in a hero? Most people think of bravery and determination. However, those are just a few of the qualities present in Odysseus. He is the hero in Homer’s well known epic, Odyssey. Odysseus helped defeat the Trojan army as a soldier in the Trojan War. Once the war was over, he and the whole Greek army went on a ten year journey to get back home to Ithaca. During the ten year journey, he faced many battles, fought off many monsters, dealt with numerous storms, and…

Frederick II, the 3rd king of Prussia, is among one of the few dominant people in modern Germany's history. Under his rule, Frederick made Prussia one of the great states of Europe. He quickly became known as a good military leader and the Prussian army became a model that was copied by others. He also became a leader for the idea of enlightened government. His example of insisting the state over personal interest and religious toleration spread this idea and effected the main currents of the…

What is an epic hero? According to the dictionary an epic hero is a brave an noble character in an epic poem admire for great achievements or affected by grand events beowulf an epic hero with extraordinary strength.An epic hero is a person that shows intelligence, courage and strength. Odysseus is the king of Ithaca the son of Laertes. He was protected by Athena goddess of wisdom. Odysseus married Helen's cousin of Penelope and they have a son Thelemachus. Odysseus want to join the Greek…

239) This quote shows that Odysseus also practiced good hospitality. When Odysseus was a good guest towards his host, the host usually helped him in some way. Circe was a host who helped Odysseus by giving him life saving advice about the Sirens, Scylla, and Charybdis. Circe only did this because Odysseus was a generous and loving guest. Good hospitality is praised in ancient Greece, and those who practice it are often rewarded. However, not everyone practiced good hospitality and this resulted…

The Odyssey Questions Question 8. Yes, Odysseus remains hopeful in a particularly bleak situation. B. Blinded by Odysseus and his men, Polyphemus fills with rage and guards the cavern exit with ill intent to kill any who dare attempt escape. Although little hope remains in the hearts of Odysseus’ men, he knows that there must be a way for him and his comrades to escapes death’s outstretched hands. While many would have been consumed by overwhelming feelings of grief and despair, Odysseus uses…

It describes in the text, “That was all, and it brought them round to action. But as I sent on them toward Scylla, I told them nothing, as they could do nothing”( XII.783) He was forced to make this tough decision because by telling them he would have created pandemonium and that would not have been for the best of the crew. Although it would have been easier…

The Odyssey and The Wizard of Oz both have heroes that make the story epic and intriguing. In each story a hero is present with supernatural abilities or qualities that help them along their journey home. A) Odysseus would be the brave hero in The Odyssey because he is smart and makes decisions based on h is mental ability. 1) One example of when Odysseus use his brain was when the cyclops Polyphemus asked Odysseus what his name is and Odysseus respond with nobody. B) Additionally, in The Wizard…

complete his mission sailing home from Troy. There’s 4 different types of journeys that Odysseus experienced; physical, mental, spiritual and emotional. Physical journey is the challenges and obstacles a traveller can face. Odysseus faced the Cyclops, Scylla and Charybdis, the Sirens, and etc. Mental journey is when a traveller goes insane by something or time. After twenty years of sailing, Odysseus was going insane. Spiritual journey is a process of turce and education through enlightenment,…

Odysseus gives his men inspirational pep talks to keep them focused on their task ahead; returning home to Ithaca. “I know you would follow me now, you have always followed me. You are my warriors. We have suffered the loss of many men, and together, we’ve survived. -Odysseus. Odysseus gives this inspirational speech to his men right before he goes to see the blind prophet, Telemachus, in the underworld. He may never see his men again, and he wants his crew to know that they are great warriors…