Definitie & Betekenis van "pandora's box"

What is "Pandora's box"?

Pandora's box is a famous myth from ancient Greek mythology that symbolizes the consequences of curiosity and disobedience. According to the myth, Pandora was the first woman created by the gods and was given a box that she was instructed not to open. However, curiosity overcame her, and when she opened the box, she released all the evils and hardships into the world, such as pain, suffering, and disease. Hope, which was also contained in the box, was later released, providing a sense of comfort to humanity amidst the troubles. The myth of Pandora's box highlights the consequences of curiosity and disobedience, as well as the importance of hope in overcoming adversity.