The "Twelve Labors of Heracles" are a series of tasks that the hero Heracles, also known as Hercules, was required to complete as penance. These labors were assigned to him by King Eurystheus and included challenges such as slaying the Nemean Lion, capturing the Golden Hind of Artemis, and retrieving the Apples of the Hesperides. Each labor tested Heracles' strength, courage, and ingenuity. These labors were not only a means of punishment but also a way for Heracles to prove his heroism and redeem himself. Completing all twelve tasks solidified his status as one of the greatest heroes in Greek mythology. The stories of these labors continue to inspire and captivate audiences today.