Source: Disney
Growing up watching Disney movies, many of us have been exposed to the sanitized versions of classic stories rather than the more accurate accounts found in historical documents or other sources. Take the character of Hercules, for example. In Greek mythology, Hercules is not Zeus’ only son, as many might assume. In fact, Zeus had a long list of romantic encounters, resulting in a plethora of children with different mothers. As one commenter pointed out, it would be easier to list the people who aren’t related to Zeus rather than to name all of his children.
This is a reminder that sometimes what we think we know about history or mythology may not be entirely accurate, and it’s always worth doing some research to learn more. That being said, it’s understandable that many of us are more familiar with the Disney version of Hercules and the simplified narrative it presents. However, it’s important to remember that these stories are often heavily edited and may not reflect the full complexity and richness of the original source material.
