hospitality in the odyssey

In the era of Homer’s epic poem the Odyssey, one could strongly argue that there were many differences in the various cultures that existed. However, throughout these differences, one common expectation of these cultures remains the same: that you must be hospitable. The act of hospitality is a sign of civilized people. People will give gifts, treasures, or even their daughters as a sign of being a hospitable host: this is their way of life. If people did not live in this manner, they would be viewed by others as uncivilized. In this era, if one were to be uncivilized, one would not have much regard for rules or laws. Uncivilized host make their visitors and guests feel uncomfortable and unwelcome. However, if people acted with a hospitable manner, then they could be viewed as friendly and civilized. Homer utilizes these themes throughout his work. In the epic poem The Odyssey, the theme of hospitality is apparent in book seven through the characters of Pallas, Queen Arete, and King Alcinous; who are all part of the Phaeacian society.

The main character, Odysseus, is nothing more than a wandering stranger to the Phaeacians. However, without any knowledge about who Odysseus is as

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Approximate Word count = 921
Approximate Pages = 4 (250 words per page double spaced)