Why does Odysseus not tell eumaeus who he is?

Why does Odysseus not tell eumaeus who he is? His household servants have been disloyal and aided the suitors in their quest for Penelope’s hand in a gross violation of their duty to their absent master. Odysseus lies that he is from Crete. Why doesn’t Odysseus reveal his identity to eumaeus? His throne and the … Continue reading Why does Odysseus not tell eumaeus who he is?