ipl-logo

Odysseus Son Telemachus In Homer's Odyssey

239 Words1 Page

At the beginning of The Odyssey, Odysseus’ son Telemachus is immature and helpless; however, through the lessons he learned on his journey, he matures into a stronger young man. Telemachus sees Mentes, who is actually a disguised Athena, for the first time in the beginning of The Odyssey. “First by far to see her was Prince Telemachus, sitting among the suitors, heart obsessed with grief.” (1.132-3) Here, Telemachus, one of novice experience in dealing with life crises weeps and wishes that his father could come back and deal with those residing in their household, rather than facing the suitors that feast on what little is left of Odysseus’ inventory. The suitors are finally getting on newly brazen Telemachus’ nerves, “But self-possessed

Show More
Related

  • Telemachus Role In Odysseus In Homer's Odyssey

    396 Words  | 2 Pages

    Telemachus and Penelope must take on many challenges with Odysseus gone, such as being a source of moral support for each other and taking on more tasks. With one less person in the family, there is one less shoulder to cry on and absence in moral support is definitely a great loss. Penelope and Telemachus must have a special bond to be able to get through the absence of Odysseus. They must always be there for each other for moral support. Though the man of the house back in Ancient Greece did not do much housework, there are many important jobs that Telemachus and Penelope must fill in for in Odysseus's absence.

    Read More

  • Odysseus And Telemachus In Homer's Odyssey

    248 Words  | 1 Pages

    Although I know that you are not aware of the current events at the moment, but I have finally reunited with my heir, my beloved son Telemachus. Athena advised me to dress as a beggar when I return to Ithaca. She requested my dresscode to be this way so no one can target me once they realize what my rightful identity is. She also mentioned that your suitors, those disgraceful who have no shame and trying to replace me, have it in their minds to murder me so they have you, Telemachus, and our riches in their greedy hands.

    Read More

  • Relationship Between Telemachus And Odysseus

    359 Words  | 2 Pages

    oth Telemachus and Odysseus visit strange lands, far from their homeland in Ithaca. The ways they are each welcomed help tell us what is expected from a guest. Telemachus is welcomed with a great ceremony for him. He leaves with newfound and trustworthy friends. Odysseus, however, is not so fortunate.

    Read More

  • Odysseus And Telemachus Relationship

    732 Words  | 3 Pages

    Throughout the Odyssey, Telemachus's growth is heavily influenced by the people around him and his internal need to live up to his father. Due to inspiration from above and his long-missing father, Telemachus can emerge as a leader, journeying through his own Odyssey. Growing up waiting for Telemachus' father, Odysseuss' return,

    Read More

  • The Maturity Of Telemachus In Homer's The Odyssey

    475 Words  | 2 Pages

    The Odyssey is one of the greatest works of human history. It is a story told for a point and is about a man who endures harsh tasks to find his way home after the Trojan War. He has a son, Telemachus, who struggles at home while he waits for his father to return. The first four books of The Odyssey is called the Telemachy. They are named this way because it is about Telemachus as he journeys from home for the first time in search of news about his missing father.

    Read More

  • Telemachus In The Odyssey

    746 Words  | 3 Pages

    Ulysses, is a man referenced into many stories in western culture, but who is he? First known as the son of Laertes, he was the king of Ithaca during the Trojan War and sailed across the sea for 10 years, desperately trying to return home to his wife Penelope. During the journey returning home from the Trojan War, Ulysses used the same smarts which won him the war to beat monsters and travel through harsh environments aiming for home. The first monster he faced was Polyphemus, the cyclops who ate a good portion of his crew, Circe who turned his crew into pigs and finally Charybdis, wrecking his entire ship and left him alone to Neptune’s(Ocean God) wrath. Calypso saved him, but kept him in her home for years, until she finally relents to Hermes(Messenger

    Read More

  • Odysseus And Telemachus Relationship

    196 Words  | 1 Pages

    Odysseus and Telemachus The relationship between the father and son is remarkable. There’s no grudge between the two of them. They greeted each other with reckless abandon. At first Telemachus didn’t know that his father was disguised as a beggar.

    Read More

  • Relationship Between Telemachus And Odysseus

    160 Words  | 1 Pages

    The Relationship between Telemachus and Odysseus his father is very different. First off, Telemachus has really never met his father but there is still some relation there. Telemachus longs to meet his father and have a relationship. It is very clear that Telemachus struggles to come to the fact that his father has been away for so long and questions at the beginning of the books if he will every come home. Once Telemachus is told by Athena in disguise that his father is still alive ( lines 220-228 in Fagles) he longs on a journey to try and find his dad to see if he is alive.

    Read More

  • Telemachus Character Analysis Essay

    1524 Words  | 7 Pages

    Telemachus Growing into a Strong Mature Man Samuel Ullman, an American businessman and poet, once said, “Maturity is the ability to think, speak, and act your feelings within the bounds of dignity.” Samuel’s words hold true in Homer 's The Odyssey. In this extraordinary poem, Telemachus, the Son of Penelope, queen of Ithaca, and Odysseus, king of Ithaca. While Odysseus is at war fighting, Telemachus losing fait about his father coming home. He soon starts to question that he could be dead or alive.

    Read More

  • Telemachus Insecurity In The Odyssey

    1184 Words  | 5 Pages

    In The Odyssey, Telemachus, son of Odysseus, was the man of the house after his father left for the Trojan War. When his father did not return to Ithaca, suitors flooded into his home, ravaging his food and overstaying their welcome. Throughout the “Telemachy”, Telemachus overcomes his uncertainty and insecurity in his potential power. Telemachus starts off as a young minded, immature boy who comes of age by seeking revenge, grasping hospitality and developing his faith. Telemachus was too scared to even tell his mother about his desire for the suitors to be gone.

    Read More

  • Odysseus, The Wise Man In Homer's 'Odyssey'

    1319 Words  | 6 Pages

    In any country, kingdom, or household there is usually the one that seems to overrule all in that specified area. Leaders are strong, courageous, and skilled in combat and wits. Leaders are either looked at as an ally or an enemy. They are confident, bold, and respected. In the poem, The Odyssey, Homer gives us insight of how a tough, cunning, and wise man is brought through twenty years of suffering to reach is home that he weeps for so much.

    Read More

  • Conceitedness In The Odyssey

    967 Words  | 4 Pages

    “A hero does good for good, not for glory” (Unknown). This quote summarizes exactly what a hero is supposed to do. A true hero is selfless and caring, not prideful and unloyal. A hero does what he/she thinks is best and plans accordingly. In Homer’s epic poem, The Odyssey, the character Odysseus has just won the ten-year long Trojan War with the help of many loyal Greek soldiers.

    Read More

  • Argumentative Essay: The Odyssey

    1474 Words  | 6 Pages

    All through The Odyssey, the characters develop in a certain way that interchanges the outcome of the book. Odysseus is able to develop knowledge and wisdom to deal with his men during the battle and the suitors who were frustrating his wife. In addition, he came back home as a hero after the Trojan War. Telemachus developed into a mature man who could deal with any problem in his father’s absence. However, based on the story, it is evident that, Telemachus demonstrates a great change basing upon the times the characters were away from Ithaca.

    Read More

  • The Importance Of Telemachus Speech In The Odyssey

    555 Words  | 3 Pages

    In the novel, The Odyssey translated by Robert Fitzgerald, Telemachus gives a speech to Ithaca. He argues to the suitors about disrespecting his father Odysseus’ home even though they think Odysseus is dead and will never come home. Courageously, from the heart, Telemachus goes up against the suitors to state control over the key social practices of marriage hospitality. Telemachus’ speech was effective because it showed pathos, logos, and ethos. Telemachus looks and acts the part of his father, astonishing those who presumably knew him as a boy.

    Read More

  • Odysseus: The True Hero In Homer's The Odyssey

    997 Words  | 4 Pages

    A hero is someone who is revered for his or her exceptional achievements and bravery. Anyone who puts themselves before others not for recognition or an award, but because it is the right thing to do, is a true hero. In "The Odyssey," written by Homer is an epic poem about a man named Odysseus and his crewmates competing against the power of the gods to return to their homeland, Ithaca. Throughout his journey, he loses almost all of his men, but Odysseus finally arrives home, concluding his prolonged twenty-year voyage. Odysseus must battle the suitors that have taken his wife Penelope, and may soon kill his son Telemachus.

    Read More

More about Odysseus Son Telemachus In Homer's Odyssey

Open Document