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Apollo: God of the Sun

The Ancients

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The Wrath of Apollo

This chapter explores the Greek god Apollo's domains and character, focusing on a tragic myth involving Niobie and her children. It features an interview with a Greek mythology expert discussing Apollo's complexities, his role as a god of music, prophecy, and healing, and his darker deeds such as the pursuit of Daphne and the accidental killing of Hyacinthus. Additionally, the narrative delves into Apollo's connection to the oracle at Delphi and the shift from matriarchy to patriarchy in Greek mythology.

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