No, Odysseus' dad was Laertes
Yes, Odysseus' father is Laertes. However, in ancient Greece, all kings come from the line of Zeus. Therefore, in a sense, Zeus is also Odysseus' father. =)
She asked Zeus for help and he sent Hermes.He then built a raft.
Zeus was not a great help for Odysseus in his journey home, at least according to Homer's The Odyssey. It was mainly Athena, his patron goddess, who helped him the most along the way, including warning him of future dangers and quelling the wrath of Posiedon.
Athena tells Zeus about Odysseus' situation. Zeus orders Hermes to make Calypso help Odysseus to get away. (Why did you not read book 5, your home assignment?)
In the story The Odyssey, Zeus orders Calypso release Odysseus from Calypso's island. Zeus was convinced by the goddess, Athena, to help Odysseus.
In the story the Odyssey, Zeus orders Calypso release Odysseus from Calypso's island. Zeus was convinced by the goddess, Athena, to help Odysseus.
Zeus generally has a favorable attitude toward Odysseus in Homer's epic poems. Zeus sometimes intervenes on Odysseus' behalf, such as by sending Hermes to help him or by ensuring he eventually returns home to Ithaca. Zeus respects Odysseus for his cunning and resourcefulness, which align with Zeus' own qualities.
Zeus backs Odysseus by sending a favorable wind to help him return home safely. This wind is a sign of Zeus' support and protection for Odysseus's journey.
Athena tells Zeus that Odysseus is favored by the gods because of his resourcefulness, bravery, and intelligence. She reminds Zeus of Odysseus's loyalty to him and his role in winning the Trojan War, which should make him deserving of help on his journey home.
It's not Zeus that is disrupting the seas after Odysseus leaves Calypso's island; it is Poseidon. Athena went to Zeus to ask for his help to get Odysseus home and Zeus agreed that he would allow Odysseus to try and get home. Poseidon, on the other hand, hates the Greeks and especially hates Odysseus because he killed his son the cyclops, Polyphemus.
Zeus responds to Odysseus' offerings with favor and protection. As a powerful deity in Greek mythology, Zeus often bestows blessings and assistance to those who pay him homage and seek his favor. Odysseus' offerings demonstrate his respect and gratitude toward the god, prompting Zeus to offer his help in return.
Zeus did not throw a thunderbolt at Odysseus. In the Odyssey, Zeus actually sends a storm to disrupt Odysseus' journey home as punishment for his men eating the cattle of the sun god Helios. Odysseus himself avoids direct retribution from Zeus.
Zeus generally views Odysseus favorably because he is a hero known for his cunning and resourcefulness. However, Zeus also plays a role in testing Odysseus's resilience and determination during his long journey back to Ithaca. Ultimately, Zeus aids Odysseus in achieving his goal of returning home and reuniting with his family.
No, Odysseus' dad was Laertes
Yes, Odysseus' father is Laertes. However, in ancient Greece, all kings come from the line of Zeus. Therefore, in a sense, Zeus is also Odysseus' father. =)
She asked Zeus for help and he sent Hermes.He then built a raft.