Hercules (/ ˈhɜːrkjʊˌliːz /, US: /- kjə -/) [2] is the Roman equivalent of the Greek divine hero Heracles, son of Jupiter and the mortal Alcmena. In classical mythology, Hercules is famous for his strength and for …

Jul 9, 2012 · Hercules (Herakles) was a hero of Greek mythology famous for his great strength and endurance. Celebrated as an extraordinary mortal, his success in seemingly impossible labours won …

Feb 7, 2011 · Hercules (known in Greek mythology as Heracles or Herakles) is one of the best-known heroes in ancient mythology. His life was not easy—he endured many trials and completed many …

Oct 2, 2025 · Heracles, one of the most famous Greco-Roman legendary heroes. Traditionally, Heracles was the son of Zeus and Alcmene (see Amphitryon), granddaughter of Perseus.

Heracles – or Hercules as he has been more popularly known ever since the Roman times – was the greatest of all Greek heroes, “one who surpassed all men of whom memory from the beginning of …

Jan 17, 2025 · At the time of his birth Alcmene was living at Thebes with her husband Amphitryon, and thus the infant Heracles was born in the palace of his stepfather.

Heracles, also known as Hercules in Greek texts, is one of the most recognised and famous of the divine heroes in Greek mythology. The son of Zeus and the mortal woman Alcmene, he was …

Hercules is the Roman name given to the hero Heracles from Greek mythology. He is the illegitimate son of a mortal woman and Zeus, the king of all Olympian gods, and is renowned for his …

Heracles carrying his son Hyllus looks at the centaur Nessus, who is about to carry Deianira across the river on his back. Antique fresco from Pompeii. Heracles (/ ˈhɛrəkliːz / ⓘ Ancient Greek: Ἡρακλῆς, lit. …

Dec 26, 2024 · Hercules, known as Heracles in Greek mythology, stands as one of the most celebrated heroes in classical literature and legend. His life, marked by immense strength, heroic deeds, and …