Discussing The Character Of Odysseus In Homer's Odyssey

In Book V, Odysseuss is being held against his will on an island with a nymph called Capyspso. Upon Zeus summoning Hermes to retrieve Odysseus from Calypso, Odysseus is offered the almost irrestible abiloity to become immortal and live forever, for as long as he chooses never to return home to his family. With this offer Odysseus’ only desire are to return home home to his family, therefore rejected the offer of Calypso. Odysseus, knowing the despair and troubles that await him upon his return home, is adamant in his decision. The point that Homer was trying to make with Odysseus’ decision was that of true moral to the character portrayed by Odysseus. Throughout the Book Odysseus is portrayed as being a hero and doing the right thing morally
and ethically. Odysseus is committed to his family and is a man of courage. His courage is highlighted throughout book V, by not knowing what waa in store for him on his uncertasin journey home, yet still choosing to. Odysseus was warned by Calypso of the troubles that await him, but Odysseus would endure them, just to reunite with his love ones. Odysseus’ attributes, of strong character, courage, and resiliency are what I believe every man who has a family should possess, hence this being the point Homer was trying to make with rejection of Calypso’s offer. In regards to Homer’s point, I agree because how is a man to leave his family and potentially watch them struggle, just to fulfilll his own desires.