Create a 2 page essay paper that discusses Analyze the relationship of three heroes to their gods: Odysseus and Athena, Oedipus and Apollo, and Antigone with the Zeus.Download file to see previous pag

Create a 2 page essay paper that discusses Analyze the relationship of three heroes to their gods: Odysseus and Athena, Oedipus and Apollo, and Antigone with the Zeus.

Athena takes immediate steps to protect him once he reaches the city shown to him by the princess. For example, she protects him with a surrounding fog and herself appears in the form of a young girl to lead him to the palace. Finally, when Odysseus reaches his home, and beloved city Ithaca, Athena appears to him and confirms that she is always with him in times of danger and protects him in battle. It is clearly seen, that just like Odysseus is a man of exploits and bravery, Athena too, is a goddess of counsel, protection, and wisdom for him. Another example of a relationship between a mortal and a god is that of Oedipus and Apollo. Here we see that even with the god’s help in prophesying and enlightening Oedipus, it still leads to his ruin and disgrace. For example, Apollo’s prediction pushes Oedipus on a perilous journey in trying to find the truth which ultimately destroys him. The oracle’s words, though revealing the inevitable, are disguised and shrouded in mystery, causing Oedipus to realize too late the curse hanging over him. For example, in the beginning, Oedipus rejoices at the mention of Apollo, emphatically crying out “O King Apollo! may his joyous looks. Be presage of the joyous news he brings!”. Through out the play Oedipus looks upon Apollo as the god for answers.