Analyzing Hermes In Homer's The Odyssey

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Hermes, who appears in disguise in Book X of Homer’s The Odyssey, wishes to help Odysseus defeat Circe. Where are you going now, my unlucky friend-.” This quote is when Hermes first crossed paths with Odysseus on Circe's island. Hermes understands that Odysseus is in an unlucky situation and he addresses it. This means that Hermes knows Odysseus is getting into an unlucky situation and he addresses it because he wants Odysseus to do well, he wouldn't call him his unlucky friend if he didn't want him to do well. “Well, I warn you, you won't get home yourself.” This quote is Hermes warning Odysseus that what will happen is most likely going to him because of the circle situation he's in and he wants to give him a heads up before it happens to
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