Answer:
To whom does Orpheus owe his talent?
Orpheus owes his musical and poetic talents from Apollo.
Why was he able to win the sympathy of the gods?
He was able to win the sympathy of the gods when he expressed his sorrow after Eurydice died from a snake bite.
Explanation:
Orpheus was the child of the God Apollo and Calliope who is one of the Muses.
Apollo is known for being the god of many things such as:
- Medicine
- healing
- poetry
- music
It was Apollo’s musical and poetic prowess that has been passed on to Orpheus. The lyre that Orpheus played so beautifully was also given by Apollo.
His natural talent and this instrument became very useful in his adventures especially in the later part of his life. His was able to create music touching enough that it gained the sympathy of the gods after Eurydice was killed by the viper to which they suggest that he travel to the underworld to reclaim his wife’s soul. Armed with only his lyre, Orpheus marched to the underworld.
While he was there, he was able to pacify everyone including the following:
- Kharon
- Cerberus
- King Hades
- Queen Persephone
The success of his mission was all possible because of his musical greatness, handed down by his father Apollo.
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