Source A: Passage from The Odyssey

"After many years of wandering, Odysseus finally reached his homeland, Ithaca. He disguised himself as a beggar to assess the situation and plan his next move. The gods played a crucial role in his journey, often intervening to help or hinder him. Athena, in particular, favored Odysseus and provided guidance. Meanwhile, the suitors had taken over his palace, showing how much his absence had affected his household. Odysseus’s perseverance and the gods’ interventions highlight the importance of divine assistance and human resilience in Greek mythology. This epic poem reveals the values of bravery, cleverness, and faith in the gods that were central to Greek culture." Provenance: Homer, 8th century BC, epic poet and author of The Odyssey.