In Greek mythology, Eros (UK: / ˈ ɪər ɒ s, ˈ ɛr ɒ s /, US: / ˈ ɛr ɒ s, ˈ ɛr oʊ s /; [3] Ancient Greek: Ἔρως, lit. 'Love, Desire') is the Greek god of love and sex. His Roman counterpart is Cupid …

Mar 9, 2025 · Eros, in Greek religion, god of love. In the Theogony of Hesiod (fl. 700 bce), Eros was a primeval god, son of Chaos, the original primeval emptiness of the universe, but later …

Dec 10, 2021 · In ancient Greek pantheon and religion, Eros, the god of love, was believed to be a primeval god born to Chaos. However, in a different account, Eros is seen as the son and …

Eros was the mischievous ancient Greek god of love, a minion and constant companion of the goddess Aphrodite. He lit the flame of love in the hearts of the gods and men, armed with …

Sep 28, 2022 · In the ancient Greco-Roman world, Eros is the Greek god of sexual attraction, known as Eros to the ancient Greeks and as Cupid in Roman mythology. Eros is the god who …

Sep 13, 2022 · Eros is most commonly remembered as the son of Aphrodite, the goddess of love and everything sexy, and Ares, the god of war and everything violent and bloody. However, …

Dec 1, 2021 · Eros was an Ancient Greek god of romantic love, sex, and sexual desire. With many of his siblings, he made up a group of love gods known as the Erotes. They were …

Known as Eros to the Greeks, he is the god of desire and also one of Aphrodite’s minions. There is some debate as to whether or not Eros is a primordial god (one of the first gods) or if he is …

Jan 30, 2025 · Eros, a prominent figure in Greek mythology, is often recognized as the god of love and attraction. His influence extends beyond mere romantic connections, encapsulating the …

Jul 15, 2023 · These were called the Erotes, named after the Greek word for love in plural. Their number varies, depending on the sources, but we know there were at least eight. Erotes. …