You shall be betrayed by one who calls you a friend. You shall find what was stolen, and see it safely returned. “You shall go west, and face the god who has turned. This is the first time Percy has a name to attach to the father figure that has never existed in his life, but this moment is complicated by the fact that, technically, Poseidon broke an important oath by fathering Percy, and so is taking a great risk in claiming him. Percy steps in the water after being injured in capture-the-flag and then is healed a moment later he receives a sign from Poseidon claiming him as his son. Hail, Perseus Jackson, Son of the Sea God.” Chiron, Chapter 8, pg. He emphasizes the fluid nature of the progressive ideas that comprise the West in order to explain why the gods can exist in present-day USA where Percy lives. 77Ĭhiron explains to Percy that the Greek gods still exist, moving along from country to country as the cradle of Western civilization shifts even more westward. A collective consciousness that has burned bright for thousands of years.” Chiron, Chapter 5, pg. What you call ‘Western civilization.’ Do you think it’s just an abstract concept? No, it’s a living force. A name is a potent indicator of a person’s identity and should be treated as such. This goes along with the book’s theme of the importance of identity. Over and over again, Percy is warned not to say the names of his enemies and his superiors, instructed to show respect for the strength of a name. D is the first to quote this sentiment that appears throughout the book, the idea of names being too powerful to speak. You don’t go around using them for no reason.” Mr. This quote sets the stage for his relationship with his mother, which becomes vitally important later on in the book. Throughout his childhood, his mother has been his only parental figure, constant support and encouragement even though he consistently felt like he was screwing everything up. This quote comes from Percy’s mother’s first appearance in the novel at home in her apartment with Gabe, and it exemplifies just how much she means to Percy. “My mother can make me feel good just by walking into the room.” Percy, Chapter 3, pg.
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