Psyche's beloved is the Greek god EROS, also known as Cupid in Roman mythology. He is the son of Aphrodite, the goddess of love and beauty. His twin sister is Eres, the goddess of strife and discord. EROS is often depicted as a winged infant with a bow and arrow, and is associated with passionate love and desire. Eres is usually portrayed as an adult woman with a spear and shield, and is associated with conflict and war.