Deception and Intervention in The Iliad

The chapter explores various scenes from The Iliad involving deceptive tactics used by gods like Hera to distract Zeus and intervene in human conflicts. Hera's seductive actions to put Zeus to sleep, Zeus and Hera's hidden romantic encounter, and Poseidon's encouragement to the Greeks in battle to protect each other and resist Hector are discussed, showcasing a blend of manipulation, passion, and divine interventions.