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How Does Zeus Make The Same Sacrifice
Everyone did fear Odin and Zeus; they were considered the almighty gods. I also do not believe that Zeus would of made the same sacrifice. I figured that Zeus valued women, pride and power more than he valued wisdom. I think that the only way that Zeus would sacrifice his eye for wisdom is because he wanted to pride himself in that experience. Overall, I believe that there is a slim chance that Zeus would ever make the same sacrifice.

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