Definition: Herakles is the Greek form for Hercules. The name, which is also spelled Heracles, even though the Greek alphabet lacks the letter C -- means "the glory of Hera."
Herakles was a semi-divine Greek hero -- we might call him a superhero -- who was hounded all his life by Hera. He attained immortality after death and married Hera's daughter Hebe.
Also Known As: Hercules
Alternate Spellings: Heracles
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Herakles is one of the most prolific of the Greek heroes, not only in terms of his offspring and affairs, but in terms of his adventures, including his 12 Labors.
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