What does King Alcinous say to Odysseus?

Alcinous declares he is not angry at all. In fact, if Odysseus were to stay, he would happily have him marry Nausicaa. But if Odysseus wishes to leave, Alcinous declared, he will ”let none of our men hold you!” Alcinous promises to provide Odysseus with transportation home the next day.

What did Alcinous do in the Odyssey?

Alcinous, in Greek mythology, king of the Phaeacians (on the legendary island of Scheria), son of Nausithoüs, and grandson of the god Poseidon. In the Odyssey (Books VI–XIII) he entertained Odysseus, who had been cast by a storm onto the shore of the island.

What does Alcinous give Odysseus?

What do each of the men in Alcinous’ court give Odysseus and how do they plan to pay for it? They give him robes, hammered gold, a sumptuous tripod, and a cauldron. They pay for the gifts with levies (taxes) on the people.

What is a good quote in The Odyssey?

“There is a time for many words, and there is also a time for sleep.” “There is nothing more admirable than when two people who see eye to eye keep house as man and wife, confounding their enemies and delighting their friends.” “Be strong, saith my heart; I am a soldier; I have seen worse sights than this.”

What does Odysseus do that reveals his identity to his host Alcinous?

When Demodocus, the blind bard, sings of the exploits of those at Troy, Odysseus weeps, causing King Alcinous to suspect that a hero of the Trojan War is among them. Odysseus finally identifies himself and agrees to recount the story of his wanderings.

How does King Alcinous help Odysseus get home?

Blessed with a noble heritage, King Alcinous of the Phaeacians humbly treated Odysseus and offered him food and drink. Odysseus recounted his story so far to the King and Queen of the island kingdom. He was then treated as an honored guest in the palace, and King Alcinous promised him a guaranteed passage to Ithaca.