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The Odyessey: Penelope weaving and unweaving the shroud?

Do the suitors in Penelope's house make Penelope less lonely?

Does Penelope in a way like having the suitors in her house?

What are 2 reasons that Penelope wove and unwoven the shroud?

and what is the significance of weaving and unweaving the shroud

I am having trouble understanding this section of the Odyssey

Thanks to whoever can help me i really appreciate it!

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  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago
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    No, she does not like having the suitors around as she is waiting for Odysseus. She weaves and unweaves as she had said that once it was complete, she would agree to one of the suitors. Hence, she effectively decides never to complete the shroud. Whenever near completion, she unweaves and starts over again.

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