Why Does Poseidon Hate Odysseus?

In Homer's "The Odyssey," Poseidon hates Odysseus because Odysseus blinded his son Polyphemus, a Cyclops, in order to escape from his captivity. As the god of the sea, Poseidon felt personally offended by the injury to his son and sought revenge against Odysseus. Poseidon used his power to create obstacles and challenges for Odysseus on his journey home to Ithaca, hoping to prevent him from ever returning home and reuniting with his family.

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