Hope is the only good god remaining among mankind.
Hesiod
According to the myth, Pandora was the first woman, created by the gods as part of a punishment for humanity.
She was given a mysterious box (or jar) and warned never to open it. However, curiosity got the better of her, and she lifted the lid, releasing all the evils of the world—disease, sorrow, and pain.
Terrified, she quickly closed the box, but only one thing remained inside: hope. Despite the troubles unleashed upon humanity, hope was left to comfort and guide people through difficult times.
This myth teaches a timeless lesson about curiosity, consequences, and resilience. It reminds us that even in the darkest moments, hope remains a powerful force.
Vocabulary Bank:
- Mythology – Mitologi
- Curiosity – Rasa ingin tahu
- Punishment – Hukuman
- Resilience – Ketahanan atau daya lenting
- Eternal – Abadi
Soal:
Do you think curiosity is always a good thing, or can it sometimes lead to negative consequences? Why?
