Quote by Penelope in The Odyssey?

Question

There is a part in The Odyssey where Penelope laments that she is the person who has suffered the most as a result of Helen's choice and the Trojan War (b/c she lost her husband, has unruly suitors taunting her and Telemachus, etc).

What is the quote specifically and/or in what book can it be found?

Thanks in advance!!

Answer 1

She laments in many of the books. You could start with book 4, that may contain what you seek.

Answer 2

HOW THE NURSE KNEW HER MASTER 225
Book XIX

Penelopeia spoke once more, and said:

"My guest, if you would be willing to sit beside me in this hall and comfort me, no sleep would ever fall -upon my eyes. But mankind cannot do without sleep altoLeether; and the gods have given each thing its place in the life of mortal men on mother earth. Well, I will go up to my chamber and tie down once more upon my bed. Indeed it has been a bed of tears for me, ever since Odysseus left me to visit accursed Ilion, which I can hardly bear to name. I will lie down there, and do you lie someAhere in the house; put your things on the ground, or let them lay you a bed."

So saying, she went up to her chamber, and the two waiting-women went with her. Then she lay down mourning still for her dear husband, until Athena cast a deep sleep on her eyelids.

Answer 3

Book III --358