Hades, God of the dead King of the underworld And all of its shades The Unseen, Giver of Wealth Keeper of the hound Cerberus
Brother, one of a grand trio With sisters of wonder The renowned wealthy one Judge of the dead Mighty ruler is he Keeper of mortal souls Great is he Upholder of the balance In the kingdom below Mortals, how they tremble At his sheer power His word is his command Strong is he, astounding among the gods
God of peace for the deceased Upholder of funeral rites Defender of burial rights Due onto the dead Regal is he The all-receiver Blessed is the abundance Of wealth he bring Mysteries of the dark Oh great one Whom mortals hold Both honor and fear Whom many indeed revere Divinely dark
Hands upon the earth Reaching far below To his realm, his domain Sacrifices to him, Offerings to the King Whom ride in chariot of gold Drawn by four horses immortal From his kingdom below The legends that did grow Carrier of the scepter To guide the shades With his power and mystery Thousands know his name The God Hades
- Jay M October 5th, 2021
A poem about Hades, king of the Underworld, god of the dead. Husband of Persephone, mighty ruler is he.