In Greek mythology, Prometheus is Pandora’s brother and is associated with foresight.
Prometheus’s name is commonly explained through the Greek idea of forethought, contrasting with his brother Epimetheus, whose name means afterthought. Prometheus is best known for stealing fire from the gods and giving it to humanity, an act that brings Zeus’s punishment upon him and mortals.
In Hesiod’s version of the Pandora story, Prometheus warns Epimetheus not to accept gifts from Zeus. Epimetheus ignores that warning and accepts Pandora, allowing the chain of events involving the vessel to unfold.
Prometheus is a titan rather than an Olympian god. His myths often portray him as a benefactor of humans, but the story also emphasizes the consequences of challenging Zeus. Pandora’s creation is presented as part of the retaliation for Prometheus’s theft of fire.