1. The Role of Apollo in Greek Life and Literature
Though he was represented differently in various countries and times, he is generally considered in both Greek and Roman culture to be a beardless youth with long flowing hair, crowned with laurel, and with gold sandals. ... The creation of Apollo is highlighted in one of the longer Homeric Hymns, "Hymn to Apollo. " The tale of Apollo's birth tells the story of his mother, Leto, a mistress of Zeus, who gave birth to both Apollo and his twin sister, Artemis: "Rejoice, blessed Leto, for you bare glorious children, the lord Apollo and Artemis who delights in arrows. " Upon Hera's aware...
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