What does Odysseus offer Eumaeus and Philoetius?
Summary: Book 21 Meanwhile, Odysseus follows Eumaeus and Philoetius outside. He assures himself of their loyalty and then reveals his identity to them by means of the scar on his foot. He promises to treat them as Telemachus’s brothers if they fight by his side against the suitors.
What is significant about the goatherd Melanthius?
Melanthius provides the best goats of the herd for a feast for the suitors of Penelope. He serves the suitors at the dining table, pouring them wine or lighting a fire in the hall upon their order.
Is Philoetius loyal?
Mythology. In Homer’s Odyssey, Philoetius is Odysseus’s primary cowherd. He remains loyal to Odysseus for the entire duration of Odysseus’s absence from his kingdom. When Odysseus finally returns to Ithaca after being away for twenty years, Philoetius is one of the few slaves who has not betrayed him.
How does Eumaeus recognize Odysseus?
Although he does not recognize his old master – Odysseus is in disguise – and has his misgivings, Eumaeus treats Odysseus well, offering food and shelter to one whom he thinks is simply a pauper.
What deal does Odysseus make with Eumaeus?
Eumaeus invites Odysseus in to eat and drink and tell his story. Odysseus thanks the swineherd for his hospitality, and Eumaeus answers that Zeus decrees that everyone be kind to beggars and strangers. He serves Odysseus two pigs, barley, and wine.
Who is Melanthius brother goatherd?
Melanthius is the brother of Melantho. Melanthius is a treacherous and opportunistic goatherd who supports the suitors, especially Eurymachus, and abuses the beggar who appears in Odysseus’s palace, not realizing that the man is Odysseus himself.
What does Odysseus do to the unfaithful maids?
What does Odysseus do to the unfaithful maids? He tells Telemachus to kill the maids (a mass hanging). What is done to Melanthius? They cut off numerous body parts and feed some to the dogs.
What is Philoetius job?
Philoetius was an Ithacan Greek cowherd in the service of Odysseus during the 12th century BC.
Who is Melanthius?
Melanthius. The brother of Melantho. Melanthius is a treacherous and opportunistic goatherd who supports the suitors, especially Eurymachus, and abuses the beggar who appears in Odysseus’s palace, not realizing that the man is Odysseus himself.