Cerberus
Also known as: Hound of Hades · Cerberos
- 1Cerberus is a multi-headed canine guardian of the underworld gates.
- 2He was born to the monstrous parents Echidna and Typhon.
- 3He is typically depicted with three heads and a serpent for a tail.
- 4His body is characterized by snakes protruding from his form.
- 5His capture by Heracles served as the final task of the hero's twelve labors.
In Greek mythology, Cerberus, often referred to as the hound of Hades, is a multi-headed dog that guards the gates of the underworld to prevent the dead from leaving.
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Guardian of the gates of Hades' realm
This multi-headed hound serves as the loyal watchdog of the underworld, preventing the dead from leaving and the living from entering without permission.
In Greek mythology, Cerberus, often referred to as the hound of Hades, is a multi-headed dog that guards the gates of the underworld to prevent the dead from leaving. He was the offspring of the monsters Echidna and Typhon, and was usually described as having three heads, a serpent for a tail, and snakes protruding from his body. Cerberus is primarily known for his capture by Heracles, the last of Heracles' twelve labours.