The Gods Flashcards
How did Zeus help Odysseus with Calypso?
He instructed her to release Odysseus.
What do we known when Zeus makes a pronouncement?
It will happen.
What did Zeus do?
When laws were broken he delivered punishment - god of justice.
What laws did Odysseus and his men brake?
The crew spent too long plundering the Cicones so the trained men were sent by Zeus to make men suffer. He also punished Odysseus’ men for eating the forbidden cattle of the sun.
What did Athene ask Zeus?
For Odysseus’ release from Calypso.
What is Athene aware of?
Other Olympians, so does not always come to his aid.
How does Athene help Odysseus get to Alcinous’ palace?
- Tells Nausicaa to do the washing, including men’s clothes.
- Tells her to ride to the river.
- Makes the maids miss the ball.
- Puts courage into Nausicaa’s heart.
- Envelopes Odysseus in a thick mist.
- Appears to Odysseus as a young girl to help him find his way.
Why is Poseidon hostile towards Odysseus?
Polyphemus, his son, prayed to him to bring disaster on Odysseus and his men.
What did Poseidon cause to Odysseus?
He caused powerful storms which can therefore make Odysseus take refuge on strange islands and come face to face with monsters.
How does Hermes help with Calypso?
He appears to tell Calypso of Zeus’ decision.
How does Hermes help with Circe?
He appears with advice and the herb moly to help rescue his men from Circe.
