Herakles and Ammon

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Matthiby

Herakles and Ammon

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Hello everyone,

I'm currently doing some research on Alexander's visit to the oracle at Siwah. I was wondering if there are any sources on Herakles' trip there other than Arrian 3.3? Poetic/mythological sources would be as appreciated as any material from the historians. Thanks,

Matt
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You may want to try Herodotus who gives a good run down on the mythical origins of the Zeus Ammon oracle and Heracles' involvement.


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Why hello there Smitty!

Welcome back old man!
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Post by Matthiby »

Many thanks Smitty!
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