Cupid is the Roman god of love.  He has been idolized by human for centuries because love is always a necessity in life.  His name comes from the Latin word cupido which translates to “passion, desire, yearning, wanting, or longing.” However, in Latin, Cupid is known as Amor. The Latin word amor means “love, infatuation, or passion.”

Cupid is one of the few ancient gods that is still a popular part of modern society. Although he is not regarded in quite the same way that he was in Greek and Roman times, he is widely accepted as a symbol of love. Currently, in Western culture, Cupid is sort of the commercial spokesperson for Valentines day and all things romantic.

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