0
A.Word.A.Day--cerberus
Cerberus (SUR-buh-ruhs) noun
A powerful, hostile guard.
[From Latin, from Greek Kerberos.]
Cerberus (also Kerberos) was the three-headed dog that guarded the entrance to Hades, the infernal region in classical mythology. Ancient Greeks and Romans used to put a slice of cake in the hands of their dead to help pacify Cerberus on the way. This custom gave rise to the idiom "to give a sop to cerberus" meaning to give a gift to quiet a troublesome person.
What else can I help you with?
Which country does Norse mythology come from?
Norse mythology comes from early Scandinavia.
How does the cartoon movie Hercules illustrate the typical Greek myth?
It doesn't. It doesn't even come close to the real story of Hercales. Hollywood doesn't do mythology very well.
What culture did sirens come from?
Its more of Maritime folklore or mythology.
Where did the Titans come from?
Constructed at the Harland and Wolff shipyard in Belfast, Ireland
Were did the name Ganymede come from?
The name "Ganymede" originates in Greek mythology
From what mythology does the word narcissistic come from?
From Greek mythology. It's from the story of Echo and Narcissus; Narcissus was a handsome young man that fell in love with his own reflection.
Do the cristian story s come from greek mythology?
Some of them, yes. Orion, for instance, walked on water.
What is a good name for my Greek Mythology story or book?
Only you can come up with a good name! Book Titles come from the story, not from some anonymous person on the internet! Think about your story - what is going on and who are the people involved? With mythology, you're talking Gods and Monsters - see if you can come up with a good title featuring one of those things! Check out the Related Questions for help with your book, too!
Where did Clash of the Titans story come from?
The original story was from greek mythology and was just about perseus defeating medusa but in the movie they added the kraken which is never mentioned in any greek myth.
Which country does Norse mythology come from?
Norse mythology comes from early Scandinavia.
Does Vedas come in Indian mythology?
yes.Vedas are an important part of the Indian mythology.
Where does the red dragon come from?
Mythology
Where did mythology come from?
My storytelling instructor gave me what I think is an excellent definition of mythology: "Other people's religion." That, my friend, is where mythology comes from.
Where did Ursa Major come from in greek mythology?
In Greek mythology there is a legend about a girl named "Collesta"
Where did the word Nike come from?
greek mythology
Where does the word siren come from?
Greek mythology.
Which planet's name does not come from mythology?
Earth
