In The Odyssey and Ramayana, the authors depict the characters through the eyes of their culture and civilization. In both works, the representation of men and women reflects an ideal that was sought after at the time. Particularly, the texts focus on the relationships between the main characters and the religion, as well as the main character and their familial ties. In The Odyssey, there is Athena and Odysseus while in Ramayana, there is Rama and Sita. Both Athena and Sita represent the idealistic
first home game console, the Odyssey, was made in 1972. More people every year are playing video games, including females. With the increase of female gamers, however, there have been a number of issues that have caused problems for females, which extends from something minor such as males being astonished that they are even playing video games, to even some males constantly telling them what to do and even insulting them for their actions. The short story, “Select Character”, gives a precedent on how
The Odyssey, written by Homer has a protagonist that are brave and clever and “The Most Dangerous Game” written by Richard Connell has protagonists that are clever and intelligent. Rainsford and Odysseus went on a epic journey. On the epic journey they face the antagonists and they must survive. To begin with, Rainsford’s journey begins when he is going on a hunting trip and ends up get trapped on a island called Ship-Trap island. While he on the island he hears gunshots and fell off a boat. He
The Character Odysseus in Odyssey "Odyssey" is an epic story that has been a significant piece of literature since it was first composed and will remain so for ages to come. One of the reasons it has been so is because of the hero, Odysseus. Odysseus is one of the first Greek mythic heroes renowned for his brain as well as his muscle. Indeed he is a man with an inquiring mind, and he is also a man with outstanding prowess and bravery" (123helpme.com/assets/3603.html). "We also must not forget
Throughout literature, the reader often familiarizes themselves with the main character as it experiences changes in the story. In the epic poem The Odyssey translated by Richmond Lattimore, Homer, the author of the epic depicts the story of Odysseus, King of Ithaka and his journey back to his basileia after the decade long Trojan War. Several characteristics are apparent to the reader as Odysseus journey back to Ithaka emerges. His great Homeric leader traits proves to the reader that he is the
The Static Character in Homer’s Odyssey The Odyssey, by Homer, translated by W.H.D. Rouse (between 900 and 700 BC.) is "The best story ever written" (7). This is a story about a man named Odysseus Laertiades who went off to war. After winning the war, he and his men were heading home when their ship got off track. They ended up in the land of the Cyclops. They were held captive by a god's, Poseidon Earthholder, son. Odysseus came up with a plan to get out of there which involved poking the Cyclops'
Athena as a Hero In The Odyssey by Homer, Athena proves to be the most important hero in the evens that occur. In this epic, Telemachus, a naïve boy goes on a journey to find part of his identity, his father Odysseus. Before Telemachus was brave enough to embark on this adventure, he needed Athena, the grey eyed goddess’ help. Athena performs many tasks that earn her the title of a hero. Without her, Telemachus would not have been able to find Odysseus. Because Athena is the main factor in getting
Karina Singh Mrs. Mylonas English 9 7 December 2015 Born a hero The Odyssey portrays Odysseus as a man that showed many bold traits. Written by Homer in 800 B.C.E. Set in greek mythological times The Odyssey showcases a series of islands and kingdoms. The Odyssey visualized in Greek mythology shows many heroes, Gods, and enemies. Odysseus’ many eccentric traits had a great contribution to his journey in The Odyssey. Cleverness, pride, and strength shapes Odysseus and is in place as the backbone
Character of Athena in Homer's Odyssey The "gray eyed" Athena is one of the most special characters in The Odyssey. First off, how many gray eyed people do you know? That makes her pretty special right there, adding to the fact that she is an Olympian goddess. As all goddesses are pictured, she has a thin figure (not skinny), great brown curling hair which flows from the head gently down to her slender waist, perfect toned peach (in Greek and Roman myths) skin, and, of course, the big
Although Homer’s epic poem, The Odyssey, is thought to revolve around Odysseus’s adventures, the first four books solely revolve around his son, Telemachus, and his coming of age story. Within Books I-IV, Telemachus displays character progression that is characterized by the celestial work of Athena as Athena encourages Telemachus to break free of his stagnant behavioral pattern, and fulfill the heroic mold left behind by his father. This is shown through the immediate change in confidence Telemachus
The Character of Odysseus in The Odyssey Homer's epic tale The Odyssey is a story of the triumphs and downfalls that are in store for one warrior's long pillage home. Odysseus, the hero from the Trojan wars, has led his people of Ithaca and other Achaean soldiers to victory and now wishes to return home to his wife and family of Ithaca. Through his twenty year journey Odysseus is often tested not only of his physical strength, but his wits as well. The many accomplishments he achieved earned
in the various mythological stories, she is a relatively static character. For begin, her role in Perseus’ Adventures (GHM 3.12.b.), in Apollodorus’ Library, portrays her entirely as a guardian angel of sorts, for it is the shield that she gave Perseus that allowed him to kill Medusa. “...and while Athena guided his hand and he looked with averted gaze on a brazen shield….” (GHM 2.4.3, pg 267). She is clearly benevolent if her character is taken at full value in this instance. However, in another work
Have you ever wondered if you could survive a 20 year journey on sea? Well in the story, The Odyssey by Homer, the main character was Odysseus. The story was mainly a mission; Odysseus left his home of Ithaca for a 20 year journey to get back home. During that time he had a lot of ups and downs but still managed to get back home. But there were three things that helped him accomplish his mission and they were his bravery, his cleverness, and how self-controlled he was. Being brave can get you through
In The Odyssey, it takes Odysseus twenty years to make it home from the Trojan War. On his journey home, he runs into many obstacles and creatures that he must overcome. He encounters the sirens, the Cyclops, and others. Each event in this epic poem has a symbolic meaning behind it. Homer writes about the history, symbolism, and the characters in The Odyssey. The Odyssey is about the Greek gods and heroes and their adventures (Makman). Odysseus is the main character, and he is going on a quest
The Strong Character of Penelope in Homer's Odyssey Homer's Odyssey is a story of the homecoming of Odysseus after the Trojan War. Odysseus left his wife, Penelope, and their young son, Telemachos, almost twenty years before the telling of this story to fight in the Trojan War. His absence places Penelope in a rather precarious position. Faced with many different circumstances, both good and bad, Penelope is on her own to decide the path she wishes to take. Depending on her decisions, the
Character of Athena in Homer's Odyssey Imagine living in another world and time, one where you were not only a god but could also take the form of any object or person that you chose. Athena, the daughter of Zeus, has this ability. Of all the characters in the Odyssey, the most interesting to me is Athena. In my opinion, she guides the main characters of the Odyssey in the right direction. She kind of looks over their
hold in our world and her reputation is tarnished by the misinformation given about her. In Homer’s epic Odyssey Agamemnon labeled Clytemnestra as his ”accursed wife” (Homer 463) who is accused of killing him to be with her supposed lover Aegisthus, but in Aeschylus’s Agamemnon she reveals unapologetically her reasoning for killing her husband, which changes the whole perspective of her character. It is revealed in the play Agamemnon that Agamemnon killed Clytemnestra’s daughter, Iphigeneia, and she
Long before Batman and comic books the Greeks had a hero of their own ; the Greeks had Perseus. The gods helped Perseus for his bravery and willingness to slay Medusa. Perseus is not afraid to slay the Gorgon Medusa as most would be. He accepts the challenge to try to slay Medusa and immediately sets out to find her. He is courageous and not afraid of the possibility of turning to stone. Athena and Hermes reward him for this and his other traits. That is why the Greeks Title him Hero Acrisius
The Charater of Athene in Homer's Odyssey In "The Odyssey", Athene helped Odysseus numerous ways physically and mentally by aiding him, Telemachus, and Penelope. In book I, Athene urged Telemachus to give up boyhood, act like a man, present his case to search for his father to the assembly, and take stronger steps to search for his father. After Telemachus presented his case to the assembly and no action was taken on his request for a ship to enable him to search for his father, Telemachus
In the story of the Odyssey, Odysseus’ son, Telemachus journey was to find his father which forces him to become a man along the way. Telemachus being the son of King Odysseus and Queen Penelope, he knew one day his would become king to the throne. But while, his father, Odysseus was away on his own personal adventure; there was no one in the house whole to teach Telemachus to be a true man or be able to the place of king of the throne. And just like any other young man, he would needed a significant