Myths Behind the Odyssey and Aeneid

1

Trojan War
was ashamed to be seen weeping
rivers of tears washed down his cheeks as he gazed at…the walls of Troy

2

Underworld
this is no easy place for living eyes to find
it is easy to go down to the underworld…but to return your steps…that is the task

3

Nostos

he suffered great anguish…in his struggles…to bring his comrades home
Great too were his sufferings…before he could found his city

4

Gods
Why are you at odds with Odysseus, Zeus?
to allow them a safe crossing

5

Cyclops
limb by limb he tore them to pieces to make his meal
he feeds on the flesh of his victims