Aeneas's Alliances and Divine Guidance

This chapter explores Virgil's portrayal of the coalition against the Trojans, focusing on characters such as Ternus and their motivations for conflict. It highlights Aeneas's interactions with the river-god of the Tiber, a prophetic sign involving a sow, and his alliance with Evander amidst grand celebrations. Additionally, it delves into Venus's quest to have Vulcan forge weapons for Aeneas, blending themes of family dynamics and divine intervention.