he poured a drink offering
It is big and has a chariot in it
Telemachus requested that they not stop by the palace but go directly to the ship.
He was impressed by the sheer regality and wealth of Menelaus' palace."Look, Pisitratus-- joy of my heart, my friend--the sheen of bronze, the blaze of gold and amber,silver, ivory too, through all this echoing mansion!Surely Zeus's court on Olympus must be like this,the boundless glory of all this wealth inside!My eyes dazzle... I am struck with wonder."(Book 4: 80, The Odyssey, Robert FaglesTranslation)
You are asking about Versailles the palace he built from a hunting lodge.
The Palace of Laughter was created in 2006.
he poured a drink offering
he poured a drink offering
Telemachus visited the palace of Menelaus in Lacedaemon.
It is big and has a chariot in it
Telemachus requested that they not stop by the palace but go directly to the ship.
The find people sacrificing bulls to Poseidon.
Telemachus requested that they not stop by the palace but go directly to the ship.
because of the use of bronze, gold, amber, silver and ivory in the décor
because of the use of bronze, gold, amber, silver and ivory in the décor
Telemachus requested that they should go directly to the ship rather than stop at the palace.
When Telemachus and Nestor's son, Pisistratus, left Menelaus' palace, Menelaus provided them with gifts and supplies for their journey. He shared stories of his own adventures and the struggles of the Greek heroes, emphasizing the importance of seeking knowledge and understanding their past. This encounter reinforced their quest for information about Odysseus, Telemachus' father. Menelaus' kindness and wisdom left a lasting impression on the young travelers.
Telemachus was impressed with Menelaus' palace in "The Odyssey" due to its grandeur and opulence, reflecting the wealth and power of its owner. He admired the luxurious decorations, elaborate furnishings, and the overall splendor that showcased the achievements of Menelaus, who had returned home after the Trojan War. This experience highlighted the contrast between his own modest upbringing and the high status of heroes like Menelaus, deepening his understanding of the world beyond Ithaca. It also inspired him on his quest to find his father, Odysseus.