Odysseus and Athena

The special relationship between Odysseus and his divine patroness Athena.

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Athena's Advocacy

Athena Pleads for Odysseus The Council Athena argues for Odysseus's release before Zeus. Her Plan She devises the plan to send Telemachus on a journey and to help Odysseus return. Her Care She watches over Odysseus throughout his journey.

Athena's Guidance

The Goddess Helps Disguises and Advice Athena disguises Odysseus and gives him advice. Protecting Telemachus She guides Telemachus and protects him from the ambush. The Battle She appears as Mentor and helps Odysseus fight.

Athena's Final Intervention

Establishing Peace Stopping the War Athena, as Mentor, stops the fighting between Odysseus and the Ithacans. The Covenant She establishes a peace covenant. The Bond Continues Athena remains Odysseus's protector, ensuring his happy reign.

At the beginning of the story

Throughout the story

During the Ithacan uprising