The Influence of Storytelling Archetypes in Homer’s Odyssey By Sam Thomas Odysseus’ tale of his encounter with the Cyclops‚ which he recounts to the Phaecians in Book 9 of Homer‘s Odyssey‚ is one of the most famous stories ever told. It is deeply rooted in the classical literary consciousness and is yet familiar to even those modern readers who have never studied ancient texts. Why does a nearly three-thousand year old piece of epic poetry maintain such an influential presence in modern culture
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they must past. In the book Mythology by Edith Hamilton Hercules tries to achieve atonement. He brainlessly accepts all the challenges that Eurystheus gave him‚ while Spiderman thinks thoroughly before he performs his actions. The tradition of achieving atonement has deteriorated away from modern culture myths. In the book Spiderman the hero of Stan Lee’s novels‚ Spiderman tries to achieve security and stability for his community. Hercules is driven to serve the society because of his guilt while
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Hercules is a story about a man whose father is Zeus and mother is a mortal whose name is Alcmene. Zeus wife‚ Hera was mad that Zeus had an affair and so she wanted to cause Hercules harm. From a young age Hercules was very strong. Hera always tried to get rid of him and one day she drove him so crazy that Hercules killed his whole family. He wanted forgiveness because he regretted what he did which is why the king gave Hercules 12 labors to complete in order to become immortal and have forgiveness
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who caused you suffering and avenge those who have fallen for you. To reveal that to gain so much‚ you must lose everything you used to hold so dear. Everything is avenged when a hero holds The Mask of Zorro. Throughout the movie‚ they’re multiple archetypes presented as scenes move on‚ such as the introduction of main characters‚ death and rebirth‚ and spiritual gain. The Hero must go on a Journey to avenge the lost‚ he must face evil and corruption‚ to find what he has lost has reformed him into
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some heroes throughout ancient myths and histories‚ Hercules was born mortal yet became immortal. Born of a human but created from a god‚ Hercules is the epitome of obscurity. Throughout his life‚ the contrasts of god and human make him strong yet weak. As a man he can be controlled and enslaved by both humans and gods (Loraux 131). Yet‚ his god-like aptitude of extreme strength and immunity to suffering (in that he does not give in to it) Hercules thrives until he is granted immortality through resurrection
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waiting at the end of the story. These type of characters are seen in literature 24/7. Who helps Odysseus on his journey? well as any other Disney movie or book The Odyssey has its villains‚ hero‚ mentors‚ and sidekicks. Body #1: Penelope is one archetype found in the odyssey. Penelope deceives all her unwanted suitors. She spoke to them ¨Young men‚ my suitors now that the great Odysseus has perished‚ wait‚ though you are eager to marry me‚ until I finish this web‚ so that my weaving will not be useless
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rightful consort of Zeus! That’s it for today so see you next week with another section of advice! May love find you quickly! -Aphrodite Olympus News This week on Olympus‚ we have visiting the mortal Hercules‚ who will be attending the company of Lady Hera‚ as he was summoned. Hercules has been a wonder to the mortals‚ and a source of revenge for the Lady Hera because her husband Zeus is his father‚ and she isn’t the mother. His many extraordinary feats include: slaying the Nemean Lion‚ slaying
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(Apollodorus 2.5.1) not only as a test of strengh but a test of mind. The SECOND labour was to kill the Lernean Hydra that was not only poisnous but also had nine heads. This was located in the swamps of Lerna which ravaged the country side. Hercules quickly learned in this battle that "as fast as one head was smashed there grew up two " (Apollodorus 2.5.2) and would have to fingure antoher way to kill this creature. The THIRD labor was to retrieve the Hind of Ceryneia. It wouldd be a far off
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of others to better the group‚ but sometimes the power may go to one’s head. This may result in hurting the group‚ than better it as a whole. Archetypes are a way for people to categorize themselves based on their mannerisms‚ and charisma. There are twelve different options to educate yourself on. After hopelessness came upon me in class‚ the last archetype we discussed was the Ruler‚ which matched my personality. I possess the qualities of being confident‚ and I’m all about being fair‚ but sometimes
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Murder on the Orient Express Hercule Poirot‚ private detective and retired Belgian police officer‚ boards the Taurus Express train to Stamboul (Istanbul). On the train there are two other passengers‚ Mary Debenham and Colonel Arbuthnot. The two act as if they are strangers‚ but Poirot observes behavior that suggests that they are not. Poirot is suspicious of the couple. The train arrives in Stamboul and Poirot checks in at the Tokatlian Hotel. As soon as Poirot arrives he receives a telegram summoning
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