Greek Reseach Paper Bibliography
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Nikhil Agrawal
Mrs. Greene
PAP English 1- Class 6
7 November 2013
Annotated Bibliography
"Apollo - Greek Mythology Link." Apollo - Greek Mythology. The Greek Mythology Link, n.d.
Web. 06 Nov. 2013.
“Apollo is the god of prophecy, of musical and artistic inspiration, of archers and of
healing.”
The site states several aspects on the impacts the god Apollo had on the Greek society. It
talks about the birth of Apollo along with several myths and legends throughout his
childhood. It also goes into detail about “the bow” which represents the hunt he has with
monsters in legends. It also describes his roles in Greek music and medicine.
"DELPHI: The Oracle at Delphi." DELPHI: The Oracle at Delphi. N.p., n.d. Web. 06 Nov. 2013.
“She spoke for the god Apollo and answered questions for the Greeks and foreign
inquirers about colonization, religion, and power.”
This article explains the significance of the Oracle at Delphi. Through her, spoke Apollo,
giving messages to mortals. He was the god of prophecies and in order to understand that
role, it is necessary to understand the importance of the Oracle.
Homer. The Iliad. Trans. Robert Fagles. NY: Penguin Books, 1990.
In book 1, Apollo brings a deathly plague to the Greek camp killing many. This was
because the Greeks did not return the prisoner that they took. This shows the influence of gods
on society and their ability to go lengths to get what they want.
"Greek Medicine - Apollo, Eileithyia, and Hygieia." U.S National Library of Medicine. U.S.
National Library of Medicine, 02 July 2012. Web. 06 Nov. 2013.
“Apollo was often considered to be a god of healing…”
Through this article you can understand the importance of Apollo in the medicine in
ancient Greece. He was the one who brought and cured the plagues in ancient Greece. He
and Hera were often called upon for childbirth in myths as well.
McCaffery, Elisabeth. "Apollo." World History: Ancient and Medieval Eras. ABC-CLIO, 2013.
Web. 6 Nov. 2013.
“Apollo was the legendary Olympian god associated with archery, healing, music,
prophecy, poetry, and the sun. He was the son of Zeus and Leto and the twin brother
of Artemis. “
This article explains the basic information about Apollo and his origins. It provides a
solid foundation to understand his contribution and impact of Greek society.
"Myths Encyclopedia." Apollo. N.p., n.d. Web. 06 Nov. 2013.
“Apollo had many roles in Greek mythology, including god of the sun, god of the arts
(especially music, poetry, and dance), god of medicine, protector of herdsmen and their
flocks, and god of prophecy.”
Through this article a deeper understanding of Apollo’s role in Greek culture can be
understood. It goes into some of the roles he plays and deeply into the children he had
and how they affected society.
"What's Love Got to Do With It? The Victory Laurel." About.com Ancient / Classical History.
N.p., n.d. Web. 06 Nov. 2013.
“Sacred to Apollo, the Pythian Games were almost as important to the Greeks as the
Olympics, and as is appropriate for a religious festival in honor of Apollo, the laurel
symbolizes an important mythological event for the god Apollo.”
This article explains the significance of Apollo on the religious festivals and events
through Greek society, specifically the tradition of the laurel wreath.
Mrs. Greene
PAP English 1- Class 6
7 November 2013
Annotated Bibliography
"Apollo - Greek Mythology Link." Apollo - Greek Mythology. The Greek Mythology Link, n.d.
Web. 06 Nov. 2013.
“Apollo is the god of prophecy, of musical and artistic inspiration, of archers and of
healing.”
The site states several aspects on the impacts the god Apollo had on the Greek society. It
talks about the birth of Apollo along with several myths and legends throughout his
childhood. It also goes into detail about “the bow” which represents the hunt he has with
monsters in legends. It also describes his roles in Greek music and medicine.
"DELPHI: The Oracle at Delphi." DELPHI: The Oracle at Delphi. N.p., n.d. Web. 06 Nov. 2013.
“She spoke for the god Apollo and answered questions for the Greeks and foreign
inquirers about colonization, religion, and power.”
This article explains the significance of the Oracle at Delphi. Through her, spoke Apollo,
giving messages to mortals. He was the god of prophecies and in order to understand that
role, it is necessary to understand the importance of the Oracle.
Homer. The Iliad. Trans. Robert Fagles. NY: Penguin Books, 1990.
In book 1, Apollo brings a deathly plague to the Greek camp killing many. This was
because the Greeks did not return the prisoner that they took. This shows the influence of gods
on society and their ability to go lengths to get what they want.
"Greek Medicine - Apollo, Eileithyia, and Hygieia." U.S National Library of Medicine. U.S.
National Library of Medicine, 02 July 2012. Web. 06 Nov. 2013.
“Apollo was often considered to be a god of healing…”
Through this article you can understand the importance of Apollo in the medicine in
ancient Greece. He was the one who brought and cured the plagues in ancient Greece. He
and Hera were often called upon for childbirth in myths as well.
McCaffery, Elisabeth. "Apollo." World History: Ancient and Medieval Eras. ABC-CLIO, 2013.
Web. 6 Nov. 2013.
“Apollo was the legendary Olympian god associated with archery, healing, music,
prophecy, poetry, and the sun. He was the son of Zeus and Leto and the twin brother
of Artemis. “
This article explains the basic information about Apollo and his origins. It provides a
solid foundation to understand his contribution and impact of Greek society.
"Myths Encyclopedia." Apollo. N.p., n.d. Web. 06 Nov. 2013.
“Apollo had many roles in Greek mythology, including god of the sun, god of the arts
(especially music, poetry, and dance), god of medicine, protector of herdsmen and their
flocks, and god of prophecy.”
Through this article a deeper understanding of Apollo’s role in Greek culture can be
understood. It goes into some of the roles he plays and deeply into the children he had
and how they affected society.
"What's Love Got to Do With It? The Victory Laurel." About.com Ancient / Classical History.
N.p., n.d. Web. 06 Nov. 2013.
“Sacred to Apollo, the Pythian Games were almost as important to the Greeks as the
Olympics, and as is appropriate for a religious festival in honor of Apollo, the laurel
symbolizes an important mythological event for the god Apollo.”
This article explains the significance of Apollo on the religious festivals and events
through Greek society, specifically the tradition of the laurel wreath.
