using diolauge from the odyssey how is odysseus courageous
One example of Odysseus' courage can be seen in Book 9 of The Odyssey, when he encounters the Cyclops Polyphemus. Despite being trapped inside the Cyclops' cave, Odysseus devises a plan to blind Polyphemus and escape. In the dialogue between Odysseus and the Cyclops, his courage is evident through his resourcefulness and quick thinking:
Odysseus: "We are suppliants, Lord! Zeus has forbidden us to show indifference towards strangers or to harm them. Uphold the laws of the gods, Cyclops, and show us hospitality. We beg of you!"
Polyphemus: "You speak of Zeus? You think I fear the gods? I don't care for Zeus or any other god. I am mightier than all of them! Now tell me, who are you and where have you come from?"
Odysseus: "We are Greeks, sailing home from Troy. But our ship was wrecked, and we few survivors have wandered here. We seek your help, great Cyclops. We beg for your mercy."
Polyphemus: "Ha! You Greeks! You are nothing but trouble. I shall make you my dinner tonight!"
Odysseus: "But, great Cyclops, it would be unwise to eat us. The gods would surely punish you for such an act. Release us instead, and we will reward you with wine, a gift from the gods. You will taste the divine nectar like no other creature has ever known!"
Through this dialogue, Odysseus remains composed and cleverly appeals to the Cyclops' greed and fear of divine punishment. His courage lies in his ability to maintain composure under extreme circumstances, using his intelligence to come up with a plan that ultimately saves his men and allows him to escape.