In the Greek myth of Pandora, Athena taught her domestic skills.
Hesiod’s account assigns Pandora several gifts from the gods. Athena, the goddess associated with wisdom, crafts, and practical skill, teaches Pandora women’s work or domestic arts. This contribution is part of the poem’s carefully staged creation scene, in which Pandora receives qualities from different deities before being presented to humanity.
The detail reflects ancient Greek social assumptions rather than a modern description of education. Hesiod connects Pandora’s training with activities culturally associated with women in his audience’s world. Other gods provide different qualities: Aphrodite gives beauty and desire, Hermes contributes deceptive speech, and the Graces and Peitho add charm and adornment.
Athena is sometimes confused with Aphrodite because both are involved in shaping Pandora’s presentation. Their roles differ clearly in Hesiod’s story. Athena supplies skill, while Aphrodite contributes physical attractiveness and erotic allure. Pandora’s character is thus assembled from multiple divine gifts.