Hercules Characteristics
Throughout the Greek Mythology teachings, Hercules was the greatest of all heroes. In all his characteristics, he showed that the best have dominance and drawbacks too. He exhibited this when showing the impossible, using his strengths, and striving for achievements. In order to be an ultimate figure, obstacles must be faced.
Hercules was not afraid to accept any challenges that may seem impossible. The courage and self-confidence he pursued would help him strive for perfection. Eurystheus, King of Mycenae, set him up for what is known as the “Twelve Labors of Hercules.” These labors were missions that were highly dangerous and difficult. The variety of duties included stealing from kings, queens, gods, or goddesses and killing treacherous creatures. As he went through these series of obstacles, he would complete each one. The last challenge that Eurystheus gave to him, was to go to the underworld where Hades lived. There he would kidnap Cerberus, Hades three-headed dog. As he finished, he gained respect from the gods. Even though, some obstacles he struggled with, he still overcame the impossible. The strength that he had was a gift that allowed him to reach these impractical challenges.
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Even though he was the son of Zeus, God of Sky and Thunder, he was still mortal. In order to be immortal and known as a god, he'd have to work for that position. Hercules had the power of strength, but could get angry easily. Most of his good deeds were done in ignorant acts that were negligent or irritated. Since he had successfully helped the Olympians in their battle against the Giants, he gained great respect. He formed relationships with the Olympians and other gods or goddesses. Hercules was soon given the same opportunities as the hierarchy in Mount Olympus and married a goddess. By the time of his death, he became completely immortal and was worshipped as a
Hercules was not afraid to accept any challenges that may seem impossible. The courage and self-confidence he pursued would help him strive for perfection. Eurystheus, King of Mycenae, set him up for what is known as the “Twelve Labors of Hercules.” These labors were missions that were highly dangerous and difficult. The variety of duties included stealing from kings, queens, gods, or goddesses and killing treacherous creatures. As he went through these series of obstacles, he would complete each one. The last challenge that Eurystheus gave to him, was to go to the underworld where Hades lived. There he would kidnap Cerberus, Hades three-headed dog. As he finished, he gained respect from the gods. Even though, some obstacles he struggled with, he still overcame the impossible. The strength that he had was a gift that allowed him to reach these impractical challenges.
Like many gods or goddesses, Hercules …show more content…
Even though he was the son of Zeus, God of Sky and Thunder, he was still mortal. In order to be immortal and known as a god, he'd have to work for that position. Hercules had the power of strength, but could get angry easily. Most of his good deeds were done in ignorant acts that were negligent or irritated. Since he had successfully helped the Olympians in their battle against the Giants, he gained great respect. He formed relationships with the Olympians and other gods or goddesses. Hercules was soon given the same opportunities as the hierarchy in Mount Olympus and married a goddess. By the time of his death, he became completely immortal and was worshipped as a