Greek mythology
Pithos of Pandora
The great jar given to Pandora by the gods, containing all the evils of the world, and Hope.
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- Pandora · Epimetheus · Zeus
Often mistranslated as a box, Pandora's pithos was a large storage jar given to her by the gods when Hephaestus created her as punishment for Prometheus's theft of fire. Warned not to open it, she could not resist curiosity. When she lifted the lid, every evil, disease, death, sorrow, envy, flew out into the world. Only Hope remained, trapped at the bottom, the last gift left for humanity.
Quick questions
What is Pithos of Pandora?
The great jar given to Pandora by the gods, containing all the evils of the world, and Hope.
Which mythology does Pithos of Pandora belong to?
Pithos of Pandora belongs to Greek mythology.
Who made Pithos of Pandora?
Zeus made Pithos of Pandora.
Who owns Pithos of Pandora?
Pandora owns Pithos of Pandora.
Which myths feature Pithos of Pandora?
The myth that features Pithos of Pandora is “Prometheus and Pandora”.
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