Motif
Recognition by secret knowledge
recognition_by_secret_knowledge
A motif of the Sacred Knowledge and Wisdom family, within the sub-family Signs and Recognition. Every row below is a tagged passage; each rests on a quote in its source text.
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1 traditions
greek roman
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Myths and Legends of Ancient Greece and Rome ALCMAEON AND THE NECKLACE. / THE HERACLIDAE. / THE SIEGE OF TROY. / RETURN OF THE GREEKS FROM TROY.; lines 10487-10546 confidence: high
Still incredulous, Penelope orders in Odysseus' hearing that his bed be brought from his chamber.
Penelope tests the claimant through the bed; Odysseus' knowledge that it cannot be moved proves his identity.
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