My comment on Matt's blog is similar to this. I focus a lot on the relations between the gods and humans. You would think that the gods would only be satisfied with relations with other gods, because they are on the same cosmic level. However, we read about multiple relations between the gods and humans such as Calypso with Odysseus and Zeus with others in other stories. This shows the uniqueness of humanity; it is so unique that even the supernatural want to be involved in it personally.
Also I think we need to take note of how Odysseus is treated by the Phaeacians. He is treated almost as royalty. This follows ancient traditions, but specifically it exemplifies how humans should treat each other in general when we see one in need. That isn't anything extremely deep, but worth noting. Oh, and it is biblical.
Not necessarily. There are so many human who act as "bad hosts." They are inhospitable. Think about all the people who pass homeless people in need, and yet do nothing.
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