Epimetheus was Pandora’s husband or human companion in Hesiod’s Works and Days.
Epimetheus was a Titan whose name is commonly interpreted as “afterthought,” contrasting with his brother Prometheus, whose name suggests forethought. Prometheus warned Epimetheus not to accept gifts from Zeus, but Epimetheus accepted Pandora anyway.
Hesiod’s story uses the brothers as a contrast in judgment. Prometheus anticipates danger, while Epimetheus acts after the fact. Pandora’s opening of the vessel then becomes part of the myth’s explanation for suffering among humans.
Later retellings often describe Pandora as the wife of Epimetheus, although ancient mythology does not have one single standardized version of every relationship. The important textual association is that Zeus sent Pandora to Epimetheus, who received her despite his brother’s warning.