l powers are stronger than his. In this sense, “love is” in the Celtic myths, a relatively straightforward proposal. A lover committed to his beloved and willing to demonstrate that commitment, may encounter obstacles. This ultimately means that the gods do not interfere with his pursuit and the natural world sympathizes. In Roman mythology, the course of love does not run as smoothly. Cupid and Psyche are in love with on another. For that very reason, and coupled with Psyche’s extreme beauty, Venus is resentful of their relationship. Consequently, her malevolent jealousy is a constant theme in their relationship. The classical god's war with one another and exhibition of human emotions is in contrast to the united front of the Celtic gods. Love must triumph over adversity and it will in "Cupid and Psyche," while Oenghus’s love only confronts adversity. In the Celtic tale, true love can proceed once the lovers have satisfied one another. In the classical tale, true love can only proceed when it has the blessing of Jupiter himself. He can then restrain the other gods from interfering. A more natural conception of love is presented in the Celtic myth. Divinely inspired by a vision Oenghus’ pursuit of Caer is remarkably prevalent. While he must verify the divine inspiration for his love by identifying Caer on the basis of his dream, he pursues her in a very traditional manner. He seeks out her father and requests her hand. After doing so, he then seeks her, and then charms her with his care and concern as well as devotion for her well-being and needs. On the other hand Cupid and Psyche must battle divine anger and vengeance in a trip to Hades and numerous other unnatural interventions in the world. These were all in pursuit of their relationship. Despite its naturalness, love must satisfy the needs and desires of the gods before it may progress. These gods act more like a dysfunctional family ...
