family in the iliad Flashcards
How are Agamemnon + Menelaus related?
They’re brothers
Who are Achilles’ parents?
Thetis (sea nymph) + Peleus (mortal)
Why did Zeus make Thetis marry a mortal?
Prophecy said that if Thetis had a son w Zeus, he would grow up to be stronger than his father
So Zeus forced her to marry Peleus, a mortal to protect his power
What does Thetis want for Achilles?
She wants him to be protected + she seems to care for him
What does Thetis say about Achilles?
He was cursed at child bearing
What is Thetis’ reaction when Achilles prays to her?
She cries - sympathy
What can we question about Achilles + Thetis?
Whether they have a real familial connection or whether he just needs her to get what he wants
What does Thetis tell Achilles in b18?
He is doomed to die immediately after Hector
What does Achilles tell Thetis about keeping him from battle?
She will never be able to persuade him
What doesn’t Achilles seemed concerned about w Thetis?
Doesn’t seem too concerned about her feelings
Who gifted Achilles his horses?
Peleus
What does Achilles say about Peleus in b18?
“Peleus lies at home miserable w old age”
What is Peleus cursed with?
None of his sons will follow in his footsteps; only one who is fated to die early
What does Achilles do in b24 after seeing Priam?
Cries for his own father
What doesn’t influence Achilles’ decision in battle?
Concern for his father
