Where Did Odysseus Kill the Suitors?

Summary: Book 22
Before the suitors realize what is happening, Odysseus shoots a second arrow through the throat of Antinous. The suitors are confused and believe this shooting to be an accident. Odysseus finally reveals himself, and the suitors become terrified.

What page does Odysseus kill the suitors?

In Book 22 of The Odyssey, Odysseus reveals his true identity to everyone and begins slaughtering the suitors. Telemachus goes to get more weapons and leaves the storeroom unlocked by mistake, allowing the suitors to arm themselves. The goddess Athena shows up disguised as Mentor, Odysseus's old friend.

How did Odysseus defeat the suitors?

Under his disguise given to him by Athena, Odysseus is able to fool the suitors. Penelope announces a contest: whosoever is able to string Odysseus' bow and then shoot an arrow through the rings of twelve axes standing in a row will win her hand in marriage. All the suitors fail and finally Odysseus is able to.

James H. Sterling

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