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Mythological object

Apple of Discord

The Apple of Discord is a mythological object that plays a pivotal role in the events leading up to the Trojan War. It is a golden apple inscribed with the word "Kallisti" ("To the fairest"), which was thrown by Eris, the Greek goddess of strife and discord, into the midst of the feast of the gods at the wedding of Peleus and Thetis.

Mythological Background

The story of the Apple of Discord begins with the wedding of Peleus and Thetis, the parents of Achilles. All the gods were invited to the celebration, except for Eris, who was known for causing trouble. In retaliation for being snubbed, Eris threw a golden apple into the gathering, inscribed with the word "Kallisti".

The apple was claimed by three goddesses: Hera, Athena, and Aphrodite. They asked Zeus to judge which of them was the fairest, but Zeus, unwilling to favor any of them, delegated the decision to Paris of Troy. Each goddess attempted to bribe Paris: Hera offered power, Athena offered wisdom, and Aphrodite offered the love of the most beautiful mortal woman, Helen of Sparta. Paris awarded the apple to Aphrodite, thus setting in motion the events that led to the Trojan War.

Symbolism

The Apple of Discord symbolizes the destructive power of jealousy and rivalry. It serves as a cautionary tale about the consequences of vanity and the pursuit of personal gain at the expense of harmony. The phrase "apple of discord" has since entered the lexicon as a metaphor for any small matter that could lead to a larger conflict.

Cultural Impact

The myth of the Apple of Discord has been referenced in various works of art and literature throughout history. It is often used to illustrate themes of conflict and the unforeseen consequences of seemingly trivial actions. The story has been depicted in paintings, such as Turner's "The Goddess of Discord Choosing the Apple of Contention in the Garden of the Hesperides."

Gallery

The Goddess of Discord Choosing the Apple of Contention in the Garden of the Hesperides by J.M.W. Turner

The Goddess of Discord Choosing the Apple of Contention in the Garden of the Hesperides by J.M.W. Turner
Modern artistic representation of the Apple of Discord

Modern artistic representation of the Apple of Discord

Related pages

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-'''Artemisia frigida''', also known as [[frigid wormwood]] or [[prairie sagewort]], is a species of [[Artemisia (genus)|Artemisia]] that is native to parts of [[North America]], [[Asia]], and [[Europe]]. It is a perennial herb that is part of the [[Asteraceae]] family.
+{{short description|Mythological object}}
+{{mythology}}
-== Description ==
+==Apple of Discord==
-'''Artemisia frigida''' is a small shrub that typically grows to a height of 10 to 30 centimeters. It has a woody base with numerous stems that are covered in silvery, silky hairs. The leaves are divided into narrow segments and are also covered in hairs, giving the plant a grayish appearance. The flowers are small, yellow, and arranged in clusters at the ends of the branches.
+The '''Apple of Discord''' is a [[mythological]] object that plays a pivotal role in the events leading up to the [[Trojan War]]. It is a golden apple inscribed with the word "[[Kallisti]]" ("To the fairest"), which was thrown by [[Eris]], the [[Greek mythology|Greek goddess]] of strife and discord, into the midst of the feast of the gods at the wedding of [[Peleus]] and [[Thetis]].
-== Distribution and habitat ==
+==Mythological Background==
-'''Artemisia frigida''' is found in a wide range of habitats, from dry prairies and steppes to alpine tundra. It is tolerant of a variety of soil types, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils. It is also drought-tolerant and can survive in areas with low rainfall.
+The story of the Apple of Discord begins with the wedding of Peleus and Thetis, the parents of [[Achilles]]. All the gods were invited to the celebration, except for Eris, who was known for causing trouble. In retaliation for being snubbed, Eris threw a golden apple into the gathering, inscribed with the word "Kallisti".
-== Uses ==
+The apple was claimed by three goddesses: [[Hera]], [[Athena]], and [[Aphrodite]]. They asked [[Zeus]] to judge which of them was the fairest, but Zeus, unwilling to favor any of them, delegated the decision to [[Paris of Troy]]. Each goddess attempted to bribe Paris: Hera offered power, Athena offered wisdom, and Aphrodite offered the love of the most beautiful mortal woman, [[Helen of Sparta]]. Paris awarded the apple to Aphrodite, thus setting in motion the events that led to the [[Trojan War]].
-'''Artemisia frigida''' has been used in traditional medicine by various cultures. The [[Native Americans]] used it as a remedy for stomachaches and as a poultice for wounds. In [[Traditional Chinese Medicine]], it is used to treat conditions such as menstrual disorders and inflammation.
-== Conservation status ==
+==Symbolism==
-While '''Artemisia frigida''' is not currently considered endangered, its habitat is threatened by factors such as overgrazing, habitat destruction, and climate change.
+The Apple of Discord symbolizes the destructive power of jealousy and rivalry. It serves as a cautionary tale about the consequences of vanity and the pursuit of personal gain at the expense of harmony. The phrase "apple of discord" has since entered the lexicon as a metaphor for any small matter that could lead to a larger conflict.
-== See also ==
+==Cultural Impact==
-* [[Artemisia (genus)|Artemisia]]
+The myth of the Apple of Discord has been referenced in various works of art and literature throughout history. It is often used to illustrate themes of conflict and the unforeseen consequences of seemingly trivial actions. The story has been depicted in paintings, such as [[Joseph Mallord William Turner|Turner's]] "The Goddess of Discord Choosing the Apple of Contention in the Garden of the Hesperides."
-* [[Asteraceae]]
-* [[Traditional Chinese Medicine]]
-* [[Native American ethnobotany]]
-[[Category:Artemisia]]
+==Gallery==
-[[Category:Flora of North America]]
+<gallery>
-[[Category:Flora of Asia]]
+File:Turner, Joseph Mallord William - The Goddess of Discord Choosing the Apple of Contention in the Garden of the Hesperides - c. 1806.jpg|''The Goddess of Discord Choosing the Apple of Contention in the Garden of the Hesperides'' by J.M.W. Turner
-[[Category:Flora of Europe]]
+File:Illadeladiscordia.jpg|Modern artistic representation of the Apple of Discord
-[[Category:Medicinal plants]]
+</gallery>
-{{Flora-stub}}
+==Related pages==
+* [[Eris (mythology)]]
+* [[Paris of Troy]]
+* [[Trojan War]]
+* [[Helen of Troy]]
+[[Category:Greek mythology]]
+[[Category:Mythological objects]]