Apollo, God of Traumatic Transformations… the Many Mythologies of Daphne
Let's Talk About Myths, Baby! | Greek Mythology & the Ancient Mediterranean
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Daphne's Prayer
"Daphne gets her wish. And if it's horrifying, if unsurprising that she had to," says the author. "But what were you wearing, Daphne? Was it revealing? Did you tempt him?" She asks in another line after Apollo sexually assaults her even as a tree. He responds by saying he'll wear her leaves in his hair and use her wood to make the liar his quiver. So will she remain young and beautiful forever? You're ready for a comeback with Purdue Global."
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