From the Herbal Academy: Herbs of Apollo: Greek God of Healing, Prophecy, and the Sun

This article was published on the Herbal Academy on January 14, 2022.

Except from the Herbal Academy: “Apollo was the ancient Greek god with a multitude of powerful associations, including the sun, music, poetry, healing, oracles, prophecy, plagues, and archery. As the son of Zeus, king of the gods, and Leto, the goddess of motherhood, Apollo was one of the twelve Olympian gods who was both revered and feared by the ancient Greeks. Apollo’s divine powers also extended into the plant world. Of interest to herbalists, there are several well-known myths that depict his associations with sacred plants. Exploring Apollo’s fascinating role in the ancient Greek world can help us better understand both him and the plants sacred to the ancient Greeks. Let’s first examine ancient sources that tell us more about this powerful Greek god, starting with his divine history.”