The Cyclops Breaks the Rules First
In The Odyssey, when Odysseus meets Polyphemus, the Cyclops does the opposite of a good host. Instead of offering food and safety, he traps the guests and says his only gift is to eat Odysseus last.The Odyssey: The Strange Power of Guest-Friendship
That Matters More Than It Sounds
A major idea in The Odyssey is xenia. A proper host should welcome a stranger, feed them, shelter them, and help them continue their journey safely.The Odyssey: The Strange Power of Guest-Friendship
