In Greek mythology, Hephaestus is credited with creating the first woman, Pandora, at the behest of the gods. Crafted from earth and water, Pandora was endowed with gifts from each deity. She is often depicted with a box (or jar) that she was instructed not to open. Driven by curiosity, she released all the evils into the world, leaving only Hope trapped inside. Pandora's tale serves as a narrative on curiosity, the origins of human suffering, and the complexities of human experience.