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Delphi is a Greek city where Gaia sent Python (a huge serpent) to guard the oracle. Apollo laid claim to the shrine and killed Python, apparently to avenge his mother Leto who had been pursued by Python during her pregnancy.

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What is special about Delphi?

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Who is Pythia in Greek mythology?

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What was the rold of the oracle Greek mythology?

The role of the Oracle of Delphi was to give prophecies to asking Greeks.


Where were the oracles located in Greek mythology?

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Who is the prophet of Greek mythology?

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Who is related to Apollo and can see the future in Greek mythology?

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What was the role if the oracle in Greek mythology?

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Python in Greek mythology?

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Where did Delphi the famous oracle come from?

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