Hades In Greek Mythology

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In Roman Mythology, Hades is considered the same as Pluto, and this derives from the Greek word “plouton” It is said that Hades preferred the name Pluto and rather despised to be called Hades.

Pluto, associated with the god of wealth or riches because it was believed that all the precious minerals were found in the underworld.

It is also said that the planet Pluto was named after Hades as the planet is representative of how cold and distant Hades was.

Hades, though known as King of the Dead, should not be confused with King of Death, who is Thanatos.

Though a born a major god, Hades is not considered to be one of the more celestial and bright Olympian gods, since he is God of the Underworld. All of his siblings are Olympians, but he is

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