Greek and Roman Mythology: Other Gods: Leto
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Leto is best known as the mother of Apollo and Artemis. 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. In recognition of Delos of being a haven for Leto, Zeus made the island immovable and decreed that no one would
be allowed to be born or die there.
Pronunciation: LEE toe
Father: Phoebus
Mother: Coeus
Roman Name: Latona
Myths: The Illiad
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