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Who and what is scylla?
who is scylla
How did Scylla become a monster?
In Greek mythology, Scylla was turned into a monster by the sorceress Circe as a result of jealousy. Circe transformed Scylla into a six-headed sea monster when the god Glaucus fell in love with Scylla, whom Circe also desired.
Did Odysseus kill scylla?
Yes, in Homer's "The Odyssey," Odysseus and his crew encounter the monster Scylla while trying to navigate through a treacherous strait. Scylla kills several of Odysseus's men, but Odysseus is unable to kill her as she is a powerful and immortal monster.
How many of Odysseus's men are devoured by the monster Scylla?
Six of Odysseus's men are devoured by the monster Scylla as they pass by her cave while navigating through the strait.
Is Scylla a female monster In the Odyssey?
Yes, Scylla is a female sea monster in Homer's "Odyssey." She is described as having the upper body of a woman and a lower body made up of several dog-like sea creatures. Scylla posed a deadly threat to Odysseus and his crew as they navigated through her territory.
