The Nature of the Gods and how They Interact with Humans in the Iliad and Odyssey
In Homer’s epics Iliad and Odyssey, the gods are illustrated as omnipotent and in anthropomorphic forms who interphase with humans mainly due to self-interest or vices. In their relations with mortals, they let out much of how the ancient Greeks understood the universe and humans’ role in it. The gods are portrayed as participating in...
