Mythology Timeless Tales Of Gods And Heroes, Cupid And Psyche
Gender roles are norms set for one’s sex. Traditional roles are assigned to a men and women. Traditionally, men are breadwinner and women are housewife. After a woman's father has given her to her husband, she is taken and cared for by him. Many of these roles are influenced by cultural and/or religion. Although gender roles are not as significant today, they still have an influence on society. In Mythology Timeless Tales Of Gods and Heroes, Cupid and Psyche have shaped the culture's view of men and women and their respective places in society. For instance, Cupid had made the first moves to make Psyche his wife. Men asking women first is traditional. Another example is in the rocky hills, Cupid provided a house and food
for Psyche. In past society, men provided basic necessities to his wife and children. Another example is after reuniting, Cupid and Psyche become a happy married couple once again. It is stated in page 134, ”living up in heaven with a husband and children to care for…” Cupid and Psyche after their marriage have a children together. She lived in heaven and cares for those children. In many culture, women are often in charge of caring for the children
for Psyche. In past society, men provided basic necessities to his wife and children. Another example is after reuniting, Cupid and Psyche become a happy married couple once again. It is stated in page 134, ”living up in heaven with a husband and children to care for…” Cupid and Psyche after their marriage have a children together. She lived in heaven and cares for those children. In many culture, women are often in charge of caring for the children