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Odysseus Bed In The Odyssey

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Odysseus’ and Penelope’s bed is displayed at the end of the Odyssey, and has symbolic value. This bed can represent Odysseus’ skill. Odysseus made the bed himself from a living tree, demonstrating his skill. Penelope’s whit is also an interpretation of the bed. She uses the bed as a test for Odysseus, displaying her whit. In addition to skill and whit, the bed also symbolizes faithfulness. Penelope says, “No other man has ever laid eyes on it,” demonstrating her faithfulness to their relationship. Odysseus’ and Penelope’s bed has multiple aspects of symbolism.
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