Why Prometheus Risked Everything For Humans

Greek Gods are notorious for petty squabbling, brutal punishments, and meddling in people’s love lives. But in the myth of Prometheus, an immortal makes the ultimate sacrifice for the sake of humankind. A wily Titan who stole fire from the Gods and gave it to humans, Prometheus represents risk, progress, and generally sticking it to the man — Zeus.

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