The kings showed great hospitality towards strangers. It was a rule under the command of Zeus that they should treat strangers well. Even before knowing the background and purpose of the strangers' arrival, they welcomed them without hesitation. This is truly a custom and tradition that is almost hard to find in today's world, where people are so quick to be suspicious.
We should also salute the loyalty of Penelope. She was willing to wait for decades and always believed that her husband was still alive. Her unwavering faith and patience are truly remarkable.
Odysseus' journey home is a story of perseverance, hospitality, and loyalty. It reminds us of the importance of these values in our own lives.