Greek and Roman Mythology: The Olympians: Apollo

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Apollo-Matthew Probert's Encyclopedia. Image Used With Permission. 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

Siblings: Artemis and Hermes

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