The Odyssey · Book 2

The Assembly at Ithaca

Telemachus calls Ithaca’s first assembly since his father left and denounces the suitors consuming his household. When the islanders refuse to help, Athena arranges a ship and crew for his search.

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When morning came, Telemachus got up and tied on his sandals.

Homer, Odyssey, Book 2, lines 1-4 (scene reference)

Telemachus sent heralds to gather the people into one place.

Homer, Odyssey, Book 2, lines 6-8 (scene reference)

An old man asked who had called this sudden meeting of the people.

Homer, Odyssey, Book 2, lines 15-34 (scene reference)

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