Book 24
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- Laertes, Odysseus' father and final tie to his life before Troy, finally sees his long-lost son. His return to peace will come swiftly with the help of his mentor. They meet at the very place that decides the future of Ithaca, foreshadowing the end of the suitor's anti-climatic end. Odysseus' journey concludes with his reunion, as his father will protect him for the last time, cementing his importance in Odysseus' life and combat experience. The hero's return to his kingdom, although prolonged, remedies Ithaca's relationships and affairs.
- “You—you’re truly my son, Odysseus, home at last? Give me a sign, some proof —I must be sure.” (24. 365-66)
- Odysseus is facing the consequences of his revenge-fueled killing spree. The families of the suitors have been informed by the goddess, Rumor, that their king has murdered their young men. Odysseus must respond swiftly and completely to restore his people's faith in him. This uprising is the effect of Odysseus' own doing, deteriorating the mental collectiveness that Ithaca strives for.
- "They had no taste for the prophet’s sane plan —winning Eupithes quickly won them over. They ran for armor and once they’d harnessed up in burnished bronze they grouped in ranks before the terraced city." (24. 512-16)
- This final battle marks the end of the strife that Odysseus has to suppress as a result of his travels. Everything works out in the end, both Antinous and his father Eupeithes are killed by the royal family, as they made sure that they solved their problems themselves. They value the peace that comes with balance in Ithaca, making them great leaders for the future through Telemachus.
- "Laertes clapped on armor too, gray as they were, but they would fight if forced.Once they had all harnessed up in burnished bronzethey opened the doors and strode out, Odysseus in the lead. " (24. 550-54)
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