In Hesiod’s version of Pandora’s story, Epimetheus is described as her husband. Epimetheus is a Titan associated with hindsight and is the brother of Prometheus, whose name is linked with forethought.
Prometheus warns Epimetheus not to accept gifts from Zeus, but Epimetheus accepts Pandora. The story contrasts the brothers: Prometheus anticipates danger, while Epimetheus recognizes it only afterward. Pandora then opens the container and releases the harmful forces held inside.
Modern retellings sometimes make Pandora the wife of Prometheus, largely because Prometheus is the better-known figure in the wider myth of fire and humanity. Hesiod’s account, however, identifies Epimetheus as Pandora’s partner. This family connection also leads into later traditions about their daughter Pyrrha, who survives the great flood with Deucalion.