Pandora (Greek: π α ν δ? ρ α (also translated as Pandora) was the first woman made of clay by Hephaestus in Greek mythology, and was given to human beings as a punishment for Prometheus stealing fire.

The gods gave her a gift to make her more attractive: hephaestus, the Vulcan, made her a gorgeous golden robe; Venus, the goddess of love, gave her charm and the power to seduce men; Hermes, the messenger of the gods, taught her the skills of speaking. Each of the gods gave her a gift.

According to a white Kirix cup in the British Museum, Pandora's other name is "Anesidora", which means "She gave a gift". Her name comes from the box in her hand. The spouse is Epimetheus.

Myth origin

Pandora's myth has a long history, with different versions and interpretations from different angles. However, in all literary versions, this myth is regarded as natural theology to explain the existence of evil in the world.

In the 7th century BC, hesiod's Divine Spectrum (570 lines, Pandora's name was probably mentioned but not completely pointed out) and Works and Days were the earliest literary works about Pandora's story.