Betrayal The theme of betrayal is clearly brought out in the epic poem, The Odyssey. Odysseus was betrayed by his men. ... This made the gods angry so they destroyed Odysseus" ship and crew. On the other hand, Odysseus betrayed his men. ... As you can tell, the theme of betrayal is clearly brought out in the epic poem, The Odyssey. ...
It is true that in most parts of the poem, Odysseus appears to be a wise, gentle and caring leader. ... Mentor's description of Odysseus is too partial. ... Odysseus seems to be a caring man. ... Odysseus is not an all-selfless man. ... No man is perfect, nor is Odysseus. ...
Athena arrives in the next line of the poem, and Telemakhos immediately begins to evolve. ... Earlier in the poem, Telemakhos wished for any father at all, not necessarily Odysseus. In his journey, though, Telemakhos has learned more about Odysseus, strengthening a bond with his father that was virtually non-existent before his travels. ... She is the image of steadfastness, waiting and hoping for years for Odysseus' return. ... Many times throughout the poem, Penelope cries herself to sleep yearning for information of her husband's welfare. ...
