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Heracles is named after the goddess Hera in Greek mythology, but in Roman mythology her name is Juno so where does the name Hercules come from?
In the Greek myth he was named that specifically to protect him from Hera's wrath. It didn't work, but it's still part of the story.
Michael Scalise
Hercules or Herakles was the illegitimate son of Zeus and Alcmene. His original name was Alcaeus and later took the name Hercules Meaning Glory of Hera. Hera wanted him dead but him killed himself The name Hercules derived from
Hera and Kleos.
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In what mythology can Heracles be found?
Heracles is from Greek mythology, but is more commonly known by his Roman name of Hercules. Heracles was the son of the Greek god Zeus. Heracles is known for his brute strength and bravery.
Who was the most strongest mortal in both roman and greek mythology?
Hercules in Roman, Heracles in Greek.
Did hebe have any spouses?
After Heracles (Hercules) had died and been taken up among the Olympian gods, he and Hebe were married.
In Greek mythology who or what did Hercules save?
Hesione and Alcestis are a couple of the maidens that Heracles saved
What god or goddess is neptunes friend?
Hercules is the Roman name for the Greek divine hero Heracles
What is the difference between Heracles and Hercules?
"Hercules" is the Roman name for the Greek god "Heracles" .
Did Hercules came after Athena?
Athena came after Hercules because Hercules is to old.
What is Hercules' Greek name?
Hercules's Greek name is Heracles.
Who opposed Hercules?
Hera, goddess of marriage and other creatures from greek mythology
How do you spell Hercules differently?
The familiar English form of the Greek mythology figure is "Hercules" but he is known in Greek as "Heracles." The Romans adopted the Hercules form of the name, and it is commonly used in Western culture for the same demigod.
What is Hercules full name?
The real name for the greek hero "Hercules" was Heracles, but when the Romans invaded and took over the adopted the myth and named the hero Hercules. So Hercules is roman, but Heracles is greek.
Was Hercules the son of Jupiter?
Hercules is the son of the Greek god Zeus and different from the biblical Hebrew God Jehovah.
