Thoroughly read the excerpt from The Odyssey found through the link in the lesson. This piece represents the culture of Ancient Greece in terms of its values, societal structure, religious beliefs, and familial structure. Odysseus is an embodiment of his people, and society looked to him for answers on how to handle difficult situations. On many occasions, Odysseus called upon the gods for guidance, and he also had to search within himself for understanding and self-realization.