Comparison Of Epimetheus's Life And Accomplishments

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They were Titans, whose job was to create the animals and mankind on Earth.
Epimetheus gave animals: strength, swiftness, courage, shrewd cunning, fur, feathers, wings, and shells. Animals had the best gifts. Prometheus gave mankind the ability to stand upright, and gave mankind a lit torch with fire.

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