Who are Eumaeus and Philoetius?

Eumaeus and Philoetius are two loyal servants of Odysseus in Homer's epic poem, The Odyssey. Eumaeus is a swineherd who helps Odysseus upon his return to Ithaca, and Philoetius is a cowherd who also aids Odysseus in his quest to reclaim his kingdom from the suitors. Both characters symbolize loyalty and trust in the face of adversity.