Cupid

by William Blake — a poem card from Justes Mots

A witty, tongue-in-cheek poem questioning why Cupid was traditionally depicted as a boy rather than a girl, suggesting women are better equipped to inspire love. Blake playfully explores gender, attraction, and the nature of love's wounds with light irony. Ideal for romantic occasions with a humorous or philosophical edge.

Why was Cupid a boy,
And why a boy was he?
He should have been a girl,
For aught that I can see.

For he shoots with his bow,
And the girl shoots with her eye;
And they both are merry and glad,…

Themes: love · new-baby · wedding · friendship