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The strait is narrow and so Odysseus has to pass by either Scylla or Charybdis.
Circe tells Odysseus that Charybdis is far more dangerous, as 3 times a day it sucks in all the waters around it. This would completely suck in Odysseus and his ship if he is sailing too close to Charybdis.
Circe advises Odysseus to go to Scylla's side of the strait, for despite the danger of the monster, it is preferable to lose a half-dozen men than the whole ship.
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ProfessorOdysseus chooses to go on Scylla's side of the strait because he believes facing the danger of Scylla is a less risky option than facing Charybdis, the whirlpool monster. He hopes to minimize casualties by sacrificing only a few men to Scylla, rather than risking losing the entire ship to Charybdis.
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In the myth Odysseus what side is Scylla on?
Scylla is on the side of danger and destruction. She is a sea monster that Odysseus must navigate past during his journey, representing the challenges and obstacles he faces on his quest to return home.
What suitor attempts to reason with Odysseus but to no avail?
The suitor who attempts to reason with Odysseus but fails is Antinous. He urges Odysseus to listen to their side of the story before seeking revenge but Odysseus remains resolute in his plan to punish the suitors for their transgressions.
How does Odysseus persuade his Telemachus that they can win the fight against the suitors?
Odysseus persuades Telemachus by revealing his true identity, proving he is still alive and capable of taking down the suitors. He reassures Telemachus that they have the gods on their side and that together, father and son, they can overcome the suitors' tyranny and restore justice to their home.
Which individual takes Telemachus's side during the conceal debate?
Athena takes Telemachus's side during the council debate in the Odyssey. She supports his argument for the removal of the suitors from his home and provides him with guidance throughout his journey to find his father, Odysseus.
Why does Odysseus disguise himself as a beggar?
Odysseus is disguised as a beggar by the goddess Athena, who is helping him plot his revenge against the suitors who are courting his wife. From the vantage point of a beggar in his own court, Odysseus is able to assess who remains loyal to him, who the suitors are, their habits, and he is able to sow dissent amongst them. The information he gleans allows him to formulate a plan for revenge. Agamemnon's warning also causes Odysseus to be weary in returning home as himself, as he does not know if his wife is true and on his side yet. Odysseus also is able to see if his wife has remained loyal to him after all these years.
