In Greek mythology, Pandora was married to Epimetheus when she received the container.
Epimetheus was a Titan associated with hindsight and poor judgment. His name is often contrasted with that of his brother Prometheus, whose name suggests forethought. In the myth, Prometheus warned Epimetheus not to accept gifts from Zeus, but Epimetheus welcomed Pandora anyway.
Pandora’s arrival is part of Zeus’s punishment of humanity after Prometheus stole fire for mortals. The gods gave Pandora gifts and sent her to Epimetheus, bringing the sealed jar with her. When she opened it, the world’s miseries escaped.
Prometheus and Epimetheus are central to the story’s family structure. They are brothers, and their contrasting names help explain their different roles: one anticipates danger, while the other understands it only afterward. Pandora’s marriage therefore connects the container episode to the broader Prometheus myth.