In ancient Greek religion and mythology, Pluto (Greek: Πλούτων, Ploutōn) was the ruler of the Greek underworld. The earlier name for the god was Hades, which became more common as the name of the underworld itself. Pluto represents a more positive concept of the god who presides over the afterlife.

Dec 9, 2022 · Pluto was the mysterious Roman god of the dead and lord of the underworld. Sharing his realm with his stolen bride Proserpina, he also ruled over ores and precious stones and was known as the bringer of wealth.

Jul 6, 2023 · Pluto is the god of the Underworld in Roman mythology. His Greek counterpart was Hades. Pluto chose never to sit on Olympus with the other gods and goddesses, preferring to remain in the Underworld...

Mar 14, 2017 · Pluto was one of three brothers and two sisters born to the Roman god, Saturn, and his goddess wife, Ops. Upon the death of Saturn and after the defeat of the Titans , the three brothers divided the realms of their father.

Aug 11, 2022 · In ancient Roman mythology, Pluto was considered a god of the Underworld and ruled over the realm of the dead, where souls would go after death. Pluto was also known as Dis Pater or Orcus in Roman religion, and his Greek equivalent was Hades.

Apr 2, 2002 · Pluto, the Roman god of death and the underworld, was a complex figure blending characteristics of Hades and Plouton. Known for his dominion over the dead and earthly riches, he reluctantly emerged from his domain, highlighted by the abduction of Proserpina, which explains the seasonal changes.

May 29, 2019 · Pluto was a god of riches, which is etymologically connected with his name. As Cicero notes, he got his money "because all things fall back into the earth and also arise from the earth." Since mining digs up wealth from under the earth, Pluto came to …