In the Greek myth of Pandora, Hermes carries her from Olympus to Epimetheus. Hesiod describes Zeus sending Pandora to Epimetheus through Hermes after the gods have completed her creation and adornment.
Epimetheus is Prometheus’s brother. Prometheus, whose name means “forethought,” warns Epimetheus not to accept gifts from Zeus. Epimetheus, whose name is commonly interpreted as “afterthought,” ignores that warning and takes Pandora as his wife. This contrast between the brothers is an important structural feature of the myth.
Hermes’ involvement is consistent with his status as the gods’ messenger and escort. In addition to transporting Pandora, he is assigned a role in shaping her deceptive character. The story thus gives Hermes both a practical function and a moral one.
Later retellings often compress these details into the simple statement that Pandora arrived at Epimetheus’s home. Hesiod’s version is more specific: Zeus uses Hermes to deliver her, making the arrival part of the divine plan rather than an accidental meeting.