
Ὁμήρου Ὀδύσσεια (Ραψῳδία 16) - The Odyssey (book 16)
by Homer
'Ὁμήρου Ὀδύσσεια (Ραψῳδία 16) - The Odyssey (book 16)' Summary
**Summary:** Book 16 of Homer's Odyssey unfolds with Telemachus and Odysseus continuing their conversation in the palace courtyard, with Athena overseeing their reunion. Telemachus expresses his disbelief at the possibility of Odysseus being his father, as he had long believed him dead. Odysseus responds by recounting the arduous journey he has endured since leaving Troy, including his encounters with the Cyclops Polyphemus, the sorceress Circe, and the prophet Tiresias in the underworld. Despite Odysseus's detailed account, Telemachus remains skeptical but agrees to help his supposed guest slay the suitors who have overrun his father's palace. As they discuss their plan, Athena reveals herself to Odysseus, urging him to make himself known to his son. With Athena's guidance, Odysseus reveals his true identity, and father and son are reunited in a moment of overwhelming emotion. Together, Odysseus and Telemachus devise a strategy to eliminate the suitors and reclaim Odysseus's rightful place as king. As they finalize their plan, Athena departs, leaving Odysseus and Telemachus to their task, filled with renewed hope and determination.Book Details
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Homer (Ancient Greek: Ὅμηρος Greek pronunciation: , Hómēros; c. 800–c. 701 BC) was the presumed author of the Iliad and the Odyssey, two epic poems...
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