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Calypso; for 7 years.
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The sea nymph Calypso held Odysseus captive for seven years on the island of Ogygia in Homer's epic poem "The Odyssey." She kept him there out of love and wanted him to stay with her forever, but eventually released him due to pressure from the gods.
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Who was holding Odysseus captive at the beginning of The Odyssey?
Calypso
Who is holding Odysseus captive and what does she offer him?
The nymph CalypsoShe offered him immortalitly and she would become his wife
Where is Odysseus located at the poems commencement?
At the beginning of "The Odyssey," Odysseus is trapped on the island of Ogygia, where the nymph Calypso has been holding him captive for years.
Who kept odysseus captive for 7 years?
Odysseus was kept captive by Calypso the sea Nymph for 7 years. He was held captive on the island of Ogygia.
What role in calypso in odyssey?
Calypso does not help Odysseus; she goes against Zeus' will by holding captive him there on her island. Yes, they are lovers, but he is not happy there. She actually holds him captive there for seven years, and that by far is going against Zeus' hospitality rule.
She kept odysseus captive for seven long years?
The sea nymph Calypso kept Odysseus captive for seven years. Calypso fell in love with Odysseus and wanted him to stay with her for the rest of his life.
Why does the cyclops hold Odysseus and his men captive?
Polyphemus finds Odysseus' men tasty.
Why is Odysseus held captive by Calypso?
She wants him for her husband
What goddess and enchantress held Odysseus captive?
Calypso loved Odysseus and he spent 7 years with her. He was captivated if not actually held captive. Circe also help him for a year or so.
How many years was Odysseus held captive by calypso?
Seven
Who holds Odysseus captive many years after the Trojan war?
Calypso
What did Proteus tell Menelaus?
Odysseus was alive and being held captive
