Odyssey‚ by Homer‚ Telemachus grows more mature‚ stimulated by what he learns from Nestor and Menelaus‚ from Athena‚ and about himself. Athena has made it her mission to inspire Telemachus with bravery and courage‚ so that he can grow up to be a man. Initially‚ Telemachus is shy and timid‚ unable to stand up to those above him. In an effort to make Telemachus rise above his tormentors‚ Athena says‚ “Oh how much you need Odysseus‚ gone so long—how he’d lay hands on all these brazen suitors!...if only
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still be justified. This is due to the fact that he carefully and skillfully planned and executed his plans to act on the justice he believed was right while having support from Athena. Not only as he planned his killing of the suitors‚ but throughout Odysseus’ journey Athena supported him‚ and it can be said that Athena was the leading force in getting Odysseus home to Ithaca. As soon as he got back to his homeland and saw the state of Ithaca and his family firsthand as “Odysseus was [seen]…planning
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character or object more relatable. The same character is often given several different epithets. Multiple times‚ Homer describes Athena as “clear eyed Athena” (1.79.53). He uses this description to describe Athena as being alert and wise. This epic epithet helps create a deeper understanding of Athena and how she appears to have nothing to hide. Homer’s epic epithet for Athena helps create a mental picture of how Homer wants readers to see her. Another epic epithet that Homer uses fairly often is “earth-shaking
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Throughout history‚ monuments have been built to show power‚ wealth‚ and even conquest. Depending on a cultures value and tradition‚ the types of monuments can vary from era to era. However‚ the construction of sacred monuments has predated from the times of the start of civilization in Mesopotamia to even modern day. People have always created buildings to show their faith‚ and to honor their gods. In Ashokan India and ancient Greece‚ the creation of sacred spaces was very common. The creation of
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Comparison of Odysseus and Athena as liars Deception‚ or the act of deceiving or defrauding‚ is a prominent theme in the Odyssey. Though inherently dishonest‚ deception can be used to gain information and knowledge. Different characters (and people) use it different ways. This essay will establish that‚ whereas Odysseus uses deception to help him progress from Nobody back to Odysseus‚ king of Ithaca‚ Athena does so to keep her identity secret when she disguises herself. Odysseus ensures his security
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The Parthenon in Nashville‚ Tennessee is a full-scale replica of the original Parthenon in Athens‚ Greece. The Parthenon was dedicated to the Greek goddess Athena‚ the goddess of war and wisdom‚ by the people of Greece. The replica was made to represent the Athens of the South which is Nashville because at the time it was one of the few places in the south with significant growth of culture and education. While the completion of the original was in 432 B.C.‚ Nashville’s replica was completed in 1897
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predicament. Moreover‚ the second stage is the call to adventure. Something unexpected occurs and the hero must adjust to the change. For instance‚ Athena‚ with the consent of Zeus‚ travels to Ithaca to tell Telemachus that his father is possibly still alive and will return soon. Although he is hesitant‚ Telemachus agrees to go search for Odysseus. Athena has Telemachus call for the suitors to leave and to begin setting off on a journey to Pylos and Sparta. The event demonstrated shows how unexpectedly
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God of the underworld‚ to make them work for all eternity. On the way down to the monsters they heard them trying to break out‚ Typhon was yelling what to do and how to break the lightning. Zeus turned to Athena‚ Goddess of wisdom that in the past lead to war victories‚ and Ares‚ God of war. Athena thought of the most warlike animal known in existence‚ the three-toed sloth. With four inch claws that could cut through anything‚ long arms and legs for easable maneuver‚ sloths are the perfect battle partner
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help from the gods. Athena the goddess of war stood by Odysseus throughout his whole journey home from Troy. For example‚ when Odysseus finally arrived in Ithaca and was informed about the suitors invading his home‚ Athena agreed to support him through his plan of destroying them. "Grey eyes ablaze‚ the goddess urged him on ’surely I’ll stand beside you‚ not when the day arrives for us to do our work."(book 13). This proves that Odysseus is a hero because he has the help of Athena‚ the goddess of war
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reader is allowed to witness right from the start‚ is the beginnings of Telemachus ’ transformation‚ from a child to an adult. This maturation‚ from boyhood to manhood‚ is first sparked by an encounter with Athena. To Telemachus‚ Athena is Mentes‚ the lord of Taphian men who love their oars. Athena‚ or Mentes as Telemachus knows her‚ is looking for Odysseus and asks of his whereabouts. When struck with the news that he is nowhere to be found she instills hope in young Telemachus. "He won ’t be gone
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