analysis of who is aitios in causing Achilles’ mēnis and the ensuing troubles, the theme of the Will of Zeus, and the responsibility of humans for the misfortunes they sufferAgamem ...
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In this brief speech by Achilles, he seems to be holding Zeus responsible for causing the atai ‘aberrations’ that have led to this point in the epic. See the comment on I.19.086–088. The context here at I.19.268–275 ...
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Iliad 19.086-088
Gregory Nagyanalysis of who is aitios in causing Achilles’ mēnis and the ensuing troubles, the theme of the Will of Zeus, and the responsibility of humans for the misfortunes they sufferAgamem ... Continue reading
Iliad 19.268–275
Gregory NagyIn this brief speech by Achilles, he seems to be holding Zeus responsible for causing the atai ‘aberrations’ that have led to this point in the epic. See the comment on I.19.086–088. The context here at I.19.268–275 ... Continue reading