By Jasreet Kaur09, Nov 2024 02:00 PMjagranjosh.com
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Apollo was the Greek god of the sun, light, and knowledge. He drove the sun chariot across the sky. Tap to read in detail.
Apollo's Role
Apollo was the Greek god of the sun, light, and knowledge. He guided the sun across the sky each day with his golden chariot.
Helios vs. Apollo
Helios was originally the sun god, but Apollo later took on this role. Apollo became closely connected to the sun in later Greek mythology.
God of Many Things
Apollo was also the god of music, poetry, prophecy, and healing, playing an important role in both the physical and intellectual worlds of the gods.
Chariot of the Sun
Apollo was often depicted driving a chariot across the sky, bringing daylight to the world. His journey symbolized the passage of time each day.
Twin Sister Artemis
Apollo’s twin sister, Artemis, was the goddess of the moon, hunting, and wilderness. Together, they represented the balance of light and dark in Greek myths.
Symbol of Knowledge
Apollo was seen as a symbol of wisdom, truth, and enlightenment, offering both physical light and intellectual clarity to humans and gods alike.