The Values of the Epics (Leaving Cert Classical Studies): Flashcards
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Xenia
Xenia
Greek sacred hospitality duty, protected by Zeus
Kleos
Kleos
Greek glory & lasting fame/reputation
Pietas
Pietas
Roman duty to gods, family, state & destined role
Metis
Metis
Greek mental agility, cunning, problem-solving
Phaeacians & Odysseus example shows
Phaeacians & Odysseus example shows
Perfect xenia in action
Who protects xenia?
Who protects xenia?
Zeus
Trojan Horse demonstrates which Greek value?
Trojan Horse demonstrates which Greek value?
Metis (intelligence over strength)
Why does Aeneas abandon Dido?
Why does Aeneas abandon Dido?
Pietas: duty to Rome over personal happiness
Nostos
Nostos
Journey home
Aeneas vs Turnus contrast
Aeneas vs Turnus contrast
Disciplined duty vs emotional impulse
4 main Greek values (Odyssey)
4 main Greek values (Odyssey)
Xenia, kleos, family loyalty, metis
4 main Roman values (Aeneid)
4 main Roman values (Aeneid)
Pietas, fate/empire, sacrifice, order/leadership
Political purposes of epics
Political purposes of epics
Odyssey: Greek identity; Aeneid: Augustus's Rome
Penelope represents
Penelope represents
Ideal faithfulness & loyalty standard