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The Myth of Hades tells the story of the Greek god who reigns over the underworld, a realm synonymous with his name. Hades, the eldest son of Cronus and Rhea, shares a lineage with his brothers Zeus and Poseidon. After defeating their father, the three brothers drew lots to determine their domains: Zeus took the sky, Poseidon claimed the sea, and Hades received the underworld.

His most significant myth involves the abduction of Persephone, the daughter of Demeter. At Zeus's behest, Hades kidnapped Persephone while she was picking flowers in a meadow, taking her to be his queen in the underworld.

Hades is not a torturer but rather a caretaker of souls, ensuring they do not return to the world of the living.

The Greek Underworld, otherwise known as "the house of Hades," or simply "Hades," after the god who ruled over the dead, is divided into three main regions:

  1. Tartarus: The deepest part of the Underworld, Tartarus serves as a place of punishment for the wicked and enemies of the gods. It's described as a gloomy realm of suffering, where notorious figures like Prometheus, Sisyphus, and Tantalus endure eternal torments.
  2. Asphodel Meadows: This is where the majority of souls end up. It's a region of indifference for those who lived neither exceptionally good nor bad lives. Souls here drink from the River Lethe, forgetting their previous lives, and spend eternity in a state of mindless greyness.
  3. Elysium (Elysian Fields): This is the most desirable part of the Underworld, often associated with paradise. It's reserved for heroes and those who lived virtuous lives. Inhabitants of Elysium enjoy an eternity free from work and strife, spending their time in pleasure. </aside>

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