Monday, November 30, 2009
Athena | Penelope | Odysseus; Analyzation
Quote 3; Book 3
Athena | Telemachus | Odysseus
Quote 2; Book 13
Quote 1; Book 22
Book 22 (p. 446) (lines 236-246)
“Where’s it gone, Odysseus-your power, your fighting heart? The great soldier who fought for famous white-armed Helen, battling Trojans nine long years-nonstop, no mercy, mowing their armies down in grueling battle-you who seized the broad streets of Troy with your fine strategic stroke! How can you-now you’ve returned to your own house, your own wealth-bewail the loss of your combat strength in a war with suitors? Come, old friend, stand by me! You’ll see action now, see how Mentor the son of Alcimus, that brave fighter, kills your enemies, pays you back for your service!”
-Athena
Response..
Athena, disguised as Mentor, stands right beside Odysseus as he reveals himself to the suitors and threatens to end their lives. As he is in battle, he cries out for some assistance. Athena is outraged, since this is a man known for great bravery and courage. He would have never done such a thing in war. He can fight in a 10-year-long war but can’t even do the same against a bunch of suitors? Threatening his house, his wife, his son? Odysseus might have forgotten how much strength he possesses. But I am surprised as how mad Athena seems to be. In the end, Mentor/Athena assists Odysseus in slaughtering every last suitor.
Friday, November 20, 2009
Athena; The Greek Goddess of Wisdom
Athena is a goddess and is immortal meaning she will never die. She is usually linked with the olive tree and the owl. The capital city of Greece, Athens, is said to be named after her. As we know, The Romans took all the Greek gods, changed their names, and basically made it their own. The Roman Equivalent of Athena would be the goddess Minerva.