2006-10-18 14:39:37 · 17 answers · asked by virgos_run_diz 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Mythology & Folklore
they are many archetypes that are often used in more recent story's (post 18th century), as well as current ones....a classic like The Odyssey would also be valuable cuz it was one of the first poems in world history
u probably dont need this, but the Odyssey was memorized back in the day, and sang by bards (storytellers)
2006-10-18 14:43:34 · answer #1 · answered by d29061 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Odyssey and other old works will have value today and in the future because they draw upon Universal themes that all can relate to and understand. These core themes are at the root of all life and journeys making it easy to continue to draw people to read and study them.
Many times, the Odyssey has been re-used and re-vamped into today's language and symbols, particularly in movies. One example of a movie using the Odyssey as a stepping stone is "O Brother, Where Art Though?"
2006-10-18 15:57:11 · answer #2 · answered by Unity 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The Odyssey hasn't stuck arnound for +2000 years as a coincidence. The things represented in the Odysses (the trials, the hero, the journey) are archetypes as old as humanity, which are always current. The journey through life, and the brave, wise, yet essentially flawed central character are things that everyone can relate to, if they pay attention.
2006-10-18 15:57:34 · answer #3 · answered by Purplepossum 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I see poems like Beowulf and The Odyssey as valuable for three reasons.
1) These stories tell us about the societies who created them. It lets us get inside their heads and understand their values.
2) These poems tell us about ourselves, and universal human nature. Universal appeal is one of the key criteria for becoming a classic, and these achient stories still have universal appeal.
3) When you get right down to it, the stories are very entertaining. Who doesn't like the idea of hot warriors fighting eachother? I'm sorry, but my imagination makes the heros WAY pretty.
2006-10-18 16:19:36 · answer #4 · answered by magicwriter65 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Because great poetry is timeless...
As are great stories, and I'll be damned if the Odyssey is not tons more fun than most movies, and a lot of books I've had the misfortune to come across.
2006-10-19 06:36:35 · answer #5 · answered by Svartalf 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's important for studying the literary tradition between various times and locations. In many English classes, studying the evolution of literature from Ancient Greek times up to modern times is a major goal.
2006-10-18 14:48:15 · answer #6 · answered by Justin A 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Odyssey has a modern, multifaceted hero; powerful yet feminine women. Homer addresses what it means to be loyal, and the interdependency of men and women.
2006-10-18 16:59:03 · answer #7 · answered by Let Me Think 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Any poem is Lituature. I think it is just entertainment, but with a moral at the end. Kinda like Southpark in some episodes.
2006-10-19 02:05:07 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Frank Calvert and Heinrich Schliemann asked this question
and found a treasure in the lost city of troy.
if only for the small lessons it teaches it has value
as the quote beware Greek's (your enemies) bearing gifts
2006-10-18 14:57:29 · answer #9 · answered by rosevallie 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-02 10:53:16 · answer #10 · answered by alisha 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋