In Hesiod’s account of Pandora, which goddess gives her beauty?

In Hesiod’s account of Pandora, Aphrodite gives her beauty.

Hesiod describes Pandora as receiving different qualities from several gods. Aphrodite, the goddess associated with love and beauty, contributes physical attractiveness and the power of attraction. This part of the creation episode helps explain why Pandora is presented as alluring despite the danger Zeus intends her to bring.

Athena contributes craft knowledge, including weaving, while Hermes gives Pandora a deceptive mind, a persuasive voice, and other traits. The gods’ contributions are therefore divided rather than attributed to one creator.

Modern retellings often call Pandora curious or blame her alone for releasing troubles. Hesiod’s version is more explicitly shaped by conflict between Zeus and Prometheus, and Pandora’s creation functions as a divine punishment. Aphrodite’s role is one element of that larger, multi-god construction.