Question

connecting motive to deeper meaning in the odyssey
he had in wizardry among the cyclops, and these things he foretold for time to come: my great eye lost, and at odysseus hands. always i had in mind some giant, armed in giant force, would come against me here. but this, but you - small, pitiful and twiggy - you put me down with wine, you blinded me. - the odyssey, homer
what deeper meaning is revealed through the cyclopss interpretation of the prophecy?
ignoring a prophecy leads to punishment by the gods.
epic heroes can have qualities that one would expect only a supernatural being to have.
people are expected to treat guests with respect, and hospitality is rewarded.
home is the best place to be.

Explanation:

In The Odyssey, the Cyclops' treatment of Odysseus and his men as non - guests (capturing and eating some) goes against the ancient Greek concept of xenia (hospitality to guests). Odysseus' ability to outwit the Cyclops can be seen as a reward for his just cause related to the lack of hospitality shown.

Answer:

People are expected to treat guests with respect, and hospitality is rewarded.