The ancient gods and goddesses played a key role in the lives of heroes and ensured justice; this confirmed through Athena's role in Odysseus' journey home in The Odyssey. Athena's fundamental role in The Odyssey was to assist and ensure the success of Odysseus' homecoming, and guarantee that Ithaca remained peaceful and stable (24.584-585). ... The Olympian gods were derived from Chaos. ... In conclusion, the role of the gods and goddesses greatly impacted the live of mortals, to the extent that the Ancient Greek religion was centered around the gods, paying refuge toward...

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While there were numerous themes in the epic, the role of hospitality was one of the most prominent. Throughout the story, Homer depicts scenarios in which hospitality, both on the part of the guest and the host, plays a key role in the events that transpire. ... (Odyssey 54). ... (Odyssey 5). ... (Odyssey" . ...

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One relationship in the Odyssey that is unique to the Greek literature of the time is the bond between Penelope and Odysseus. ... As this relationship is observed through the eyes of Penelope while she awaits the return of her beloved, one can also observe the values conveyed in the noble household and the role women play in ancient Greek society. ... It is plausible that Penelope takes these odd occurrences as signs from the Gods, leading her to start considering the actual possibility of Odysseus coming home. ... Does the bed, my lady, still stand planted firm (Odyssey xxiii.326-327)?" ...

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Throughout the first five books of the Odyssey we hear little of Odysseus the hero of the poem, instead we focus of his son Telemachus and his journey to seek information of his father. ... Telemachus at this stage of his life spent most of his time inside the house fulfilling more of a feminine role. ... Telemachus learns about speaking and doing, talking and keeping silent and he also learns about the Gods from Menelaus. ... The wanderings of Telemachus, often called the Telemachy for obvious reasons, enhance the Odyssey using a technique, which is also used in the Iliad. ... It also serves...

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