In
Greek mythology,
Elpis was the personification and spirit of
hope (usually seen as an extension to suffering by the Greek, not as a god), perhaps a child of
Nyx and mother of
Pheme, the goddess of fame, renown and rumor. She was depicted as a young woman, usually carrying flowers or
cornucopia in her hands. In
Hesiod's
Works and Days, Elpis was the last item in
Pandora's box (or jar). Based on Hesiod's description, the debate is still alive to determine if Elpis was only
hope, or more generally
expectation.
