Greek and Roman Mythology: The Olympians: Apollo
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Apollo was known as the god of poetry, music, archery, prophecy, justice, law, order
and the art of healing. He also
happened to be associated with the care of different herds and crops. Ironically his main function is known as that of a
sun-god.
Pronunciation: uh-POL-oh
Birth: Apollo and his twin sister Artemis were the result of another case of infidelity on the part of Zeus. His wife Hera was so enraged that she would not allow their mother Leto give birth anywhere. Leto eventually found sanctuary on the floating islands of Ortygia and Delos. Both children grew to adulthood within minutes of being birthed.
Depicted: He has been depicted many different ways and in many different paintings. One of the most famous is that of Apollo Belvedere, an ancient statue that resides in Rome.
Origin: Possibly non-European
Father: Zeus
Mother: Leto
Lovers: Daphne, Coronis, Cassandra, Cyrene, Hyancinthus, Kyparissos, Dryope
Children: Aristaeus, Asclepius
Other Names: Kith Arodes
Special Objects: Bow and Arrows, Lyre
Plants: Laurel Tree
Animals: Crow, Dolphin
Cult Center: Delphi, Troezen
Myths: The Illiad
Priests: Chryses
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Copyright: Nikki Kuehl 2000-2011
Website Content Last Updated: September 26, 2011
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