Who is Apollo?
Apollo is one of the most important Greek gods. He is the god of the sun, music, poetry, art, and healing. He drives his golden chariot across the sky each day, bringing sunlight to the world. He is known for being very handsome and talented.
Powers
- God of the sun and light
- Master musician who plays the lyre
- Can heal sickness and disease
- God of prophecy - can see the future
- Expert archer with a silver bow
Symbols
- Sun and sunlight
- Lyre - a stringed musical instrument
- Laurel wreath - worn on his head
- Bow and arrows
- Raven and swan - his sacred birds
Family
Apollo is the son of Zeus and the Titan Leto. His twin sister is Artemis, goddess of the hunt and moon. Together they are the divine twins, one ruling day and one ruling night.
Fun Facts
- Apollo kept the same name in Roman mythology
- The Oracle at Delphi spoke his prophecies
- He led the nine Muses, goddesses of the arts
- NASA named their moon missions "Apollo" after him
- He invented the lyre from a tortoise shell