Year 12 Ancient - Apollo and Hyakinth

I have been searching around on youtube for some decent Sparta videos, and unfortunately, tere are few of much educational value. however, there seem to be a few decent ones on the religion and mythology of Ancient Greece in general. Below is a 4-minute clip made by the youtube user Pathiarakos, on the entire Apollo/Hyakinth myth. It explains the story rather well:

Year 12 Ancient - Spartan Myths Poll

An overwhelming result for this poll - all but one of you who voted - so over 90% - went for the Apollo-Hyakinth myth. I can see why a story about a Greek god killing his boyfriend with a discus would be memorable...just make sure you also remember that the Hyakinthia festival was held in honour of the slain lover!

Year 12 Ancient - Gods Poll

The Greek Gods poll has closed, and the most popular response (for the 8 of you who voted...I really need a more engaging poll topic!) was Athena (62%). Apollo and Zeus both rated at 37%. For the record, I think my response was Apollo. Come on, he was like the Brad Pitt of Ancient Greece!

Year 12 Ancient - Spartan Beliefs Powerpoint

Hi Ancient Historians. Here is the powerpoint on Spartan mythology and religion, which gives an overview of that topic:


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