Eros

=God= Eros was the Greek god of love.

Depiction
Eros was typically portrayed as a child or young man with wings.

Abode
Eros was the god of love who was armed with a bow and arrows that would cause anyone struck by them to fall in love. He was also the god of sexual desire.

Eros was numbered amongst the Erotes.

Attributes
Besides a bow and arrows, other sacred attributes of Eros included a hare, sash, or a flower.

Birth
Some authors have stated that Eros and Himeros were with Aphrodite when she was born from the sea form. This has been interpreted in two ways: either that they were born with the goddess or that they were birthed by the goddess shortly after her own birth.

Other Names

 * Cupid (in Roman mythology)
 * Amor (in Roman mythology)

Abode
Eros was the god of procreation who was the driving force behind all procreation and new generations.

Other Names

 * Amor