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What is the roman name for tiresias?
Tiresias is a Roman name itself. Tiresias was the name of the blind prophet of Thebes, who forecast that Oedipus would kill his father and marry his mother.
Why did Odysseus want to talk to Tiresias?
Circe sent Odysseus to go talk to Tiresias, who gave him instructions for his journey home to Ithaca.
Did tiresias have a wife?
No, Tiresias did not have a wife. He was a blind prophet of Thebes in Greek mythology. He is known for being transformed into a woman for 7 years.
Whom did Odysseus seek in Hades?
Tiresias.
Whom did Odysseus seek in the underworld?
Tiresias
What has the author Tiresias written?
Tiresias. has written: 'Notes from the overground.'
What is Oedipus' reaction to Tiresias' prophecy?
Oedipus is outraged at Tiresias' prophecy. He thinks Tiresias is lying to him and was "put up" to telling him that by Creon. Oedipus is so furious with Tiresias, that in the process he pushes Tiresias into making another prophecy (more of a premonition) that Oedipus will be blind.
What is the name of the blind prophet in Sophocles?
The name of the blind prophet is Tiresias.
What Is Creons attitude towards Tiresias?
He suspects that Tiresias has been bribed to oppose him.
How do you spell Tiresias?
That is the correct spelling of Tiresias, a legendary blind prophet of Thebes.
What is the roman name for tiresias?
Tiresias is a Roman name itself. Tiresias was the name of the blind prophet of Thebes, who forecast that Oedipus would kill his father and marry his mother.
Why does Odysseus need tiresias the blind prophet?
Odysseus seeks Tiresias' advice to navigate his journey back home since Tiresias possesses prophetic abilities and insights into the future. Tiresias can help Odysseus understand the challenges he will face and how to overcome them. Additionally, Tiresias can provide guidance on appeasing the gods, which is crucial for Odysseus's safe return.
According to Tiresias how will Odysseus die?
Tiresias predicts that Odysseus will die an old man at sea.
What physical ailment did Odysseus' trusted prophet Tiresias have?
Tiresias is blind. (He also had a sex change.)
How did tiresias become blind?
In Greek mythology, Tiresias was blinded by the goddess Athena as a punishment for seeing her bathing. Tiresias was later granted the gift of prophecy by the gods to compensate for his loss of sight.
Why does Oedipus doubt what Teiresias tells him about the identity of Laius' murderer?
He does not know that the person he killed on the road from Corinth was Laius.
What is Tiresias's symbol?
The caduceus
