Why did Odysseus give King Tyndareus the idea to make all of Helen's suitors swear an oath to defend the bridegroom?

He thought he would marry Helen and wanted protection.
He thought most of the suitors would not agree—giving him a better chance of winning Helen.
Athena told him to—she did not say why.
He gave the advice in exchange for permission to marry Penelope.

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Why did Odysseus give King Tyndareus the idea to make all of Helen's suitors swear an oath to defend the bridegroom?

He thought he would marry Helen and wanted protection.
He thought most of the suitors would not agree—giving him a better chance of winning Helen.
Athena told him to—she did not say why.
He gave the advice in exchange for permission to marry Penelope.

study_together · Answer

Tyndareus was afraid to select a husband for his daughter, or send any of the suitors away, for fear of offending them and giving grounds for a quarrel. Odysseus was one of the suitors, but had brought no gifts, because he believed he had little chance to win the contest.

study_together · Answer

You get this right @evolslayerwill

anonymous · Answer

the third one?

kash_thesmartguy · Answer

Do you have anymore?

anonymous · Answer

no not rn thanks tho can i go to u when i do?

kash_thesmartguy · Answer

What?