Euryclea
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Thus Euryclea, who had nurtured Odysseus and reared Telemachus, was practically at the head of the domestic affairs of the palace, and her relations with Penelope were most affectionate.
From Greek Women by Mitchell Carroll
He ceased, and, in obedience to his will, Calling the ancient Euryclea forth, His nurse, Telemachus enjoin’d her thus.
From The Odyssey of Homer by William Cowper
Euryclea hastens to the upper chamber to bring to Queen Penelope the good news that Odysseus has surely come and has slain the haughty wooers.
From Greek Women by Mitchell Carroll
The good nurse Euryclea tells her of Telemachus's plan, and lulls her queen's grief.
From Greek Women by Mitchell Carroll
Euryclea awakens Penelope with the news of Ulysses' return, and the death of the suitors.
From The Odyssey by Alexander Pope
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