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Discussion Questions The Odyssey

Book I What do you think is the symbolic meaning of the Greek gods and goddesses? Are they meant to be taken literally? If not, what is it that they represent? Think carefully about the speech of Zeus (lines 32-43). What does it suggest about human behavior and the tragic fate of human individuals? Where is Odysseus at this point in the adventure? What is the relevance of Zeus' speech to Odysseus' plight? Pay attention to the apparition of Athena to Telemachos (lines 110-117). What are the implications of the use of words like “imagining" and “thoughts"? Does Athena appear to Telemachos as a goddess or does she use a disguise? What does this imply? What is the problem at Odysseus' house that Athena is trying to solve by advising Telemachos? What is the implication of the description of the suitors?.

Book II Pay very close attention to the description of the omen of the two eagles that appear to Telemachos and the assembled Ithakans (lines 146-176). Is the interpretation furnished by the prophet Halitherses the correct one? Why? What exactly do the eagles mean?

Book III What is Homer describing in the opening lines, “Helios, leaving behind the lovely standing waters, rose up/ into the brazen sky to shine upon immortals/ and also mortal men across the grain-giving farm land.” (lines 1-3) How does Nestor feel about the Trojan War? (lines 104-124) Try to determine what it is exactly that Telemachos learns from the wisdom of Nestor. Pay attention to the disagreements that arose among the victorious Greeks after the fall of Troy. (lines 126-200) What is Homer describing in the closing stanza, “…when the young Dawn showed again with her rosy fingers…”? (line 491) Did you see this phrase more than once in your reading?

Book IV How does Menelaos feel about the Trojan War? (lines 95-112) Pay close attention to Menelaos' account of his encounter with the god Proteus, "the Old Man of the Sea" (lines 365-575). What is the symbolic meaning of the use of the seal disguises? What is the meaning of Proteus' ability to change shapes? Do Menelaos and his men in some sense also change shapes by using a disguise? What is the meaning of all these transformations? What does Telemachos learn from Menelaos? Is it a similar lesson as that learned from Nestor? What is the point of these “lessons? Explain your answer. Read lines 333-340. This is called an epic simile, what is compared in these lines?

Books V & VI Book V Is Odysseus trapped in Kalypso's island against his will? What does Kalypso offer to Odysseus in order to keep him in her island? What is the alternative? Think about the rescue of Odysseus by Ino (line 333) after leaving Ogygia Island. Is there symbolic meaning to the use of her veil? Book VI Think of Odysseus' choice of behavior at the moment when he meets princess Nausikaa. What is your reaction? What are his alternatives? How does he act? What does he look like? Does his appearance change during the encounter? Why?

Books Vii-ix Book VII What is the significance of the transfiguration of Athene into a small girl who guides Odysseus to Alkinoos' palace? What about the fog that surrounds Odysseus as he walks through the city? Pay attention to Odysseus' behavior in this episode. Is he proud? humble? How does he act toward the Queen Arete? (the name "Arete" can mean "virtue" in Greek). What do you make of Alkinoos' offer to give Odysseus the princess Nausikaa as his bride? Book VIII Why is the figure of the poet/singer Demodokos important? What or who does he represent? Think about the tears of Odysseus upon hearing the songs of Demodokos. What does the poet sing about? Why does Odysseus cover his tears? Consider very carefully the response of Odysseus to the challenge at the athletic games. What is the wisdom implicit in this speech? Does Odysseus' sub- sequent throwing of discus contradict this wisdom? Consider the speech of Odysseus in response to Seareach's insults. What is the significance of Demodokos' song about the love affair of Ares and Aphrodite? How do the gods react to the revelation of the adultery? Why? Think about Poseidon's reaction to the event. Is it different from the other gods'? How does Odysseus behave toward Demodokos? Why? Book IX What is the significance of Odysseus' role as the teller of his own story? What do you think of Odysseus and his men's behavior in the raid of Ismarus (the Kikones episode)? What is the meaning of the Lotos Eaters adventure? Pay special attention to all the details of the Kyklops episode? What does the cannibalistic monster symbolize? Why does he have only one eye? Why does Odysseus call himself "Nohbdy"? Think about the use of the sheep to escape from the monster's cave? What does it symbolize? Why does Odysseus reveal his name to the Kyklops? Is it wise to do so?