Epimetheus
In Greek mythology, Epimetheus (/ɛpɪˈmiːθiəs/; Greek: Ἐπιμηθεύς, lit. "afterthought") is the twin brother of Prometheus, the pair serving "as representatives of mankind". Both sons of the Titan Iapetus, while Prometheus ("foresight") is ingeniously clever, Epimetheus ("hindsight") is inept and foolish. In some accounts of the myth, Epimetheus unleashes the unforeseen troubles in Pandora's box.
| Epimetheus | |
|---|---|
God of afterthought | |
Pandora offers the jar to Epimetheus. | |
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| Parents | Iapetus and Clymene |
| Siblings | Prometheus, Menoetius, Atlas |
| Consort | Pandora |
| Children | Prophasis, Pyrrha |
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