In Greek mythology, Cerberus (/ ˈ s ɜːr b ər ə s / [2] or / ˈ k ɜːr b ər ə s /; Ancient Greek: Κέρβερος Kérberos), 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.

Cerberus is a formidable, three-headed guard dog depicted as a large and imposing creature, towering over many tall characters, including Hades. He possesses bright red fur, and each of his heads features a distinct green nose and a salivating tongue with an orange-to-yellow gradient.

Cerberus – also known as the “hound of Hades” – was the multi-headed dog who guarded the gates of the Underworld, preventing the dead from leaving, and making sure that those who entered never left.

Apr 21, 2023 · Cerberus (also spelt Kerberos) is a vicious three-headed dog in Greek mythology, who guards the entrance to the underworld. He allowed the souls of the dead to enter Hades but prevented the living (except...

One of the most well known may be the three-headed dog known as Cerberus. It was the job of Cerberus to guard the entrance to Hades. In Greek mythology, this was the underworld where spirits of the dead were the only ones allowed to enter.

Nov 20, 2010 · Cerberus was one of the most known monsters in Greek Mythology. Cerberus was the monstrous dog, guardian of the Hades. Cerberus was the offspring of Echidna and the snake-bodied Typhon. According to other Greek myths, Cerberus was associated with Hydra.

Jan 18, 2025 · Cerberus, the hound of Hades, was the three-headed guard dog of the Underworld. He was Hades’s beloved pet, entrusted with guarding the gates of the realm of the dead. Under Cerberus’s vigilant watch, he prevented the souls of the deceased from escaping back to the land of the living.

In Greek mythology Cerberus was the gigantic, three-headed hound of Hades which guarded the gates of the underworld and prevented the escape of the shades of the dead. He was depicted as a three-headed dog with a serpent's tail, mane of snakes, and lion's claws.

Feb 10, 2025 · Cerberus, the steadfast guard dog of the Underworld, was tasked with preventing the dead from escaping and stopping the living from entering. In mythology, art, and literature, Cerberus embodies the fear of the unknown (representing death and what comes after) and the literal security he represents.

Mar 25, 2025 · In the ancient epics, Cerberus did not have a fixed name. In Homer's works, he is simply referred to as “the dog” (Kyōn), while other sources call him “the dog of Hades”, after his master, the god of the dead. In terms of descriptions, he was sometimes nicknamed “Trikranos,” a nickname that captures his terrifying appearance.