Hercules+and+his+12+Labors

Hercules  Summary:
 * Hera made Hercules become insane, as she was angry that Zeus had a son with another woman, and Hercules ended up killing his wife and his family
 * Hercules was upset with what he had done.
 * He prayed to Apollo for forgiveness
 * Apollo said he had to serve Eurystheus, the king of Tiryns and Mycenae, for twelve years for the murders
 * As his sentence, he had to perform 12 labors. (http://www.mythweb.com/hercules/)
 * Were almost impossible to complete.
 * He received help from Hermes and Athena.
 * He completed the 12 labors and turned into one of Greek’s famous heroes.

 Type of Myth:
 * It is a hero myth because he battles monsters and struggles to defeat them.
 * This achievement makes him a Greek hero.

 Modern Connection:
 * Disney movie based off of him.
 * Hercules Tires - Named after him.

 Purpose:
 * Invoke Bravery into people