In Greek mythology, Pandora’s husband after Epimetheus accepted her was Epimetheus.
Pandora is paired with Epimetheus in Hesiod’s account of the myth. Epimetheus was a Titan associated with hindsight, while his brother Prometheus was associated with forethought. The contrast between their names is central to the story: Epimetheus acts first and understands the consequences later.
The gods sent Pandora to Epimetheus after Prometheus stole fire for humanity. Although Prometheus warned his brother not to accept gifts from Zeus, Epimetheus welcomed Pandora. Their marriage places Pandora’s jar episode within the wider conflict between Zeus, Prometheus, and humankind.
Some retellings call Pandora the first woman, but details vary between ancient sources and later adaptations. The familiar expression “Pandora’s box” also comes from later misunderstanding of the original Greek vessel.