PANDORA BOX

10 September 2025



WHEN PANDORA'S BOX WAS OPENED IN THE PHILIPPINES, the HOUSE OF THE LAWLESS, CROCODILES, VULTURES AND DRACULAS were UNTAVELLED.

"Pandora's box" refers to the literal box from a Greek myth that contained all the world's evils, which were released when Pandora opened it out of curiosity, leaving only hope inside. Figuratively, opening a Pandora's box means to do or start something that will cause many unforeseen and complex problems or troubles. It's a metaphor for any source of misfortune that, once set in motion, can't be easily undone.  

The Origin Story

The Gods' Punishment:
According to Hesiod's epic poems, the gods created Pandora as a punishment for humanity after the Titan Prometheus stole fire. 

The Gift:
Zeus gave Pandora a jar (often depicted as a box) containing many evils and ailments but also hope. 

Pandora's Curiosity:
Pandora, driven by her curiosity, opened the jar, releasing all the world's troubles—such as war, disease, and suffering—into the world. 

Hope Remains:
She quickly closed the lid, but only Hope remained inside the jar. 

Metaphorical Meanings
A Source of Trouble:
It symbolizes something that, once discovered or initiated, creates numerous unintended and difficult complications. 

A "Can of Worms":
It's a colloquial equivalent to "opening a can of worms," which means initiating an action that leads to many unexpected and unpleasant consequences. 

A Warning:
The term serves as a warning about the potential for destructive outcomes that can arise from a single miscalculation or action.

Lifted from Al Overview

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