Saturday, October 25, 2008
Discussion Question #3
Athena is one of the major characters in the story. Other women such as Penelope, Nausicaa, Circe, and Calypso all have a significant role in the story and are shown as strong women. Does Homer have an "enlightened" view of women?
Discussion Question #2
What virtues does Homer describe in his characters? Do the Greeks value the same virtues as Christianity?
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Discussion Question #1
The story of Odysseus describes a great deal of suffering. Is there any value in the suffering Oddyseus experiences? How does this compare to the Catholic view of suffering?
Thursday, October 9, 2008
Questions & Comments on The Odyssey
What questions and insights do you have after reading The Odyssey?
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