The strange case of dr. jekyll and mr. hyde lesson 1what does the word juggernaut mean as it is used in the passage folktale loud noise small animalpowerful force

Powerful force

Explanation:

A juggernaut is a metaphorical force considered to be extremely powerful, merciless and destructive. It is often used to refer to entities that require blind obedience, sacrifice or devotion. In Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, the term is used to describe Mr. Hyde when he is violent and out of control. The term comes from the use of wagons in Hindu religious traditions.

faithful servants eumaeus and philaetius:

his ragged vest then drawn aside disclosed the sign conspicuous, and the scar exposed: eager they view'd, with joy they stood amazed with tearful eyes o'er all their master gazed:

these servants know ulysses by the scar he got when he was a child - so when he showed them the mark, they immediately knew this is truly their master and they hugged him, finally starting to believe his words.