Eros-Cupid and Psyche, the Greek and Roman Gods of Love and the Soul

Eros in Greek mythology, known as Cupid in Rome, is the god of love but more specifically, the god of physical and passionate desire. He is often referred to as a son and attendant of Aphrodite (Venus), the goddess of love and beauty, and he is both a trickster, a god associated with fertility, and is especially the protector/patron of homosexual love.
Eros’ wife in both Greek and Roman mythology is Psyche, the goddess of the soul. Psyche began her life as a mortal, and after many trials and tribulations, was eventually granted immortality, became the goddess of the soul, and married Eros. We have evidence for Eros and Psyche depicted in ancient Greek art from the 4th century BCE, however, the most complete version of their myth comes to us from the time of the Roman Empire in Apulius’ Metamorphoses or The Golden Ass, dating to the second century CE.
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0:00​ Introduction
0:55 Who are Eros and Psyche?
3:28 The Myth of Cupid and Psyche
9:19 The Trials of Psyche
13:02 Legacy of Cupid and Psyche
15:04 Outro
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[@WorldHistoryEncyclopedia]

What do you think the myth of Psyche and Eros means?

[@TravisLee33]

Really great video, thanks for sharing!

[@macuys]

It is a story of human love and a distinction between love and attraction. Fitting that it involves Eros or Cupid. It shows the highs and lows, triumphs and despair. In the end, if love is true it endures whatever the circumstance. Also, a recurring theme is that beauty is often granted favors as seen from the assistance Psyche received in accomplishing her impossible tasks. One of my favorite mythologies and I like your version of the story. I already have the figurine and now a pillow from your store.

[@fireblade9750]

Beauty centers upon appearance, Aphodite thrives on self-adoration. From head to foot, perception determines rank in ancient Greece. However, husband Eros, understood why beloved Psyche is a threat to mother Aphodite. Because her heart is true, as a princess, everyone praised Psyche's selflessness. But in reality, she is alone. Their marriage symbolized a "restored unionifican" of both realms. For this to occur, Psyche must prepare to overcome the trials set by goddess of love herself...

[@WorldHistoryEncyclopedia]

Well said. Thanks for watching! 🙂

[@AmuseableClementine]

My favorite of all of the myths!!

[@WorldHistoryEncyclopedia]

One of our favourites too. Thanks for watching! 🙂

[@Tekmirion]

Informative and well presented as usual! Well done WHE and Kelly!

[@WorldHistoryEncyclopedia]

Thank you so much. 🙂

[@Davlavi]

Informative as always.

[@WorldHistoryEncyclopedia]

Thank you so much. 🙂

[@KingofWannada]

My favorite Lovestory

[@WorldHistoryEncyclopedia]

Thanks for watching!

[@susanmcdonald9088]

Thank you!

[@WorldHistoryEncyclopedia]

Our pleasure. 🙂

[@viniciolima5888]

I’ve just bought a painting of Cupid and Psyche and I didn’t know anything about it. Congrats for the great content!!!

[@WildMen4444]

Hail Eros and Psyche!

[@WorldHistoryEncyclopedia]

Thanks for watching! 🙂

[@differentbeat8320]

This is basically the main reference story for so many fairy tales...wow

[@WorldHistoryEncyclopedia]

Yep! Thanks for watching! 🙂

[@destroyk5455]

Eros and Psyche

[@WorldHistoryEncyclopedia]

🙌🏼 Thanks for watching! 🙂

[@TraustiLaufdal]

❤❤❤

[@WorldHistoryEncyclopedia]

😊

[@majinpayne4144]

I would like to see a video about Ama-ter-asu the goddess of the Sun. And other Japanese gods

[@WorldHistoryEncyclopedia]

Noted! Thanks for the recommendation.

[@pot_calls-the_kettle_bong]

❤️

[@WorldHistoryEncyclopedia]

Thanks for watching! 🙂

[@gia4145]

Well I think the moral of the story is not to appear better than your mother-in-law,to her or to your partner,even if you really are haha,jokes aside excellent content.

[@WorldHistoryEncyclopedia]

Haha. Thanks for watching! 🙂

[@lyngaur]

The one thing about English which I don't like is how you deform and primitivize the names. How the Greek "Pseeheya" became "Sayky"...