Telemachos
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Telemachos is the son of Odysseus and Penelope. He attempts to string the bow of Odysseus but fails. He steps in to give the beggar, Odysseus, a chance to try the challenge.
When
- First attested
- 800 BCE
- Attested period
- -800 – 2020
- Historical notes
- Figure in Homer's Odyssey, likely reflecting oral traditions from the 8th century BCE or earlier.
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Source passages
“Telemachos, son of Odysseus and Penelope, stepped forth to attempt the athletic feat first in hopes of protecting his family's house. Telemachos tried three times to string the bow of Odysseus but failed each time.”
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