The epics, stories, and literary works of the ancient Greek and Roman cultures are depicted in classical mythology. Greek and Roman mythology show how diverse and unique ancient Greek and Roman societies were (van Gulik, 2020). Classical myths are said to have existed orally before they were recorded before organized schooling. Ancient Greece and Rome used myths to inform, forewarn, and mock, fostering the development of religion and religious beliefs. While myths diff ered according to each mythological theory, they always focused on principles like morality, love, and hard labor. The Iliad, Demeter and Hades, and Myths of Persephone all depict the topic of conflict, but they represent life after death differently.

Prometheus is a Titan deity of fire in Greek mythology. The most famous example of Prometheus's defiance of the gods is when he stole fire from the gods and gave it to humans through technology, knowledge, and civilization in general. He is also attributed in some mythologies with creating humanity out of clay. Prometheus is renowned for his brilliance, for standing up for humanity, and is often regarded as the father of humanities arts and sciences. He is sometimes shown as Deucalion's father, the flood story's main character. Both ancient and contemporary cultures like discussing Prometheus' punishment for stealing fire and giving it to humanity. For his crime, Prometheus was given unending torture by Zeus, the ruler of the Olympian gods (Baldwin, 2016). The God Zeus dispatched an eagle, the God's symbol, to consume Prometheus' liver while he was chained to a rock (in ancient Greece, the liver was thought to be the seat of human emotions). The following day, his liver would grow back throughout an entire night, only to be consumed more. The myth claims that Prometheus was ultimately set free by the hero Heracles, with Hesiod's version of the story being one of the most well-known.

There is not much proof that Prometheus has a cult. He was the center of religious activity, primarily in Athens, where he was associated with Hephaestus and Athena, the Greek gods of technology and creativity (Baldwin, 2016). Prometheus symbolized human ambition (especially the pursuit of scientific knowledge) and the danger of going too far or having unforeseen consequences in the Western classical tradition. He was particularly revered during the Romantic period as representing the lone genius whose endeavors to better human life may also result in tragedy: Mary Shelley, for example, titled her book Frankenstein The Modern Prometheus  (1818).

The overarching message of this story is that Prometheus is a mirror of an old, pre­ Hesiodic trickster-figure, whose creation of humanity from the clay was an Eastern pattern recognized in Enuma Elish, who helped to account for the mixing of good and evil in human existence. The titan Prometheus, who opposed Zeus, might be considered typical of the titans since he was punished for his resistance. In Athens, where Casanova views the chapter in Theogony when he is freed as a post-Hesiodic interpolation, he achieves semi-divine status as a champion for humanity (Dougherty, 2006). The research claims that Prometheus symbolizes "mankind's decline from the communion with the gods into the current problematic existence."

The Greeks believed that Prometheus, along with two other Titans named Moneotius and Epimetheus, was one of the original gods, a relative of Zeus and the brother of Atlas. However, Prometheus also has a prominent position in the Greek pantheon since it is said that he made the first people from clay. Moreover, he would stay a friend to humanity (Baldwin, 2016). Curiously, Epimetheus' name translates to "afterthought," but Prometheus' name is claimed to signify "forethought." The name Prometheus, however, is connected with the Vedic word pra math, which means "to steal." This makes sense considering the legend of Prometheus taking fire and giving it to humanity (of which more below). Therefore, even though it is often said as unquestionably true, we cannot be sure that Prometheus means "forethought" even though it may.

Prometheus is well known for disobeying the gods by taking fire from them and delivering it to humans through technology, knowledge, and, more broadly, civilization in the case of humanity and God's mortality (Dougherty, 2006). According to this story, gods sin and are self-centered, much like people. God's personality is highly reminiscent of people's. The tale of Prometheus and fire causes us to consider what humanity may have done if Prometheus had not stolen the fire from Zeus. However, the cheeky Titan of Greek mythology stole it, and while the mortals rejoiced, the God of all Gods mercilessly punished him. The Mighty God had Prometheus imprisoned on the rock where the eagle was to consume his perpetually replenished liver each day since he regarded his conduct as one of the most significant crimes ever, even though it was not the first time Prometheus had deceived Zeus (Baldwin, 2016). What a battle between the living and the dead! What a fantastic tale for creative expression and stage performances! Most significantly, the story of Prometheus and Zeus was not over after that punishment (van Gulik, 2020). However, let us go back to the beginning. Prometheus also represents human development in opposition to the forces of nature. People discover pretty early on that he has bestowed humanity with the gifts of fire and hope. Hope motivates people to work toward a better future, and fire makes that work feasible as the source of technology.

This story influenced subsequent versions because, like other gods, Prometheus perishes.

However, his soul lives on in science and technological aspirations to challenge nature's restrictions on humans and to challenge our predestination as natural creatures. The idea is that science and technology may achieve defiance much greater than anything Prometheus could have imagined and can do so without suff ering anything like his demise. The present Promethean spirit is famous for having at least a hint of the previous generosity. We may go back to Harold Wilson's famous speech from 1963, when he was the head of the UK Labour Party's opposition, as proof of this (van Gulik, 2020). Wilson saw a bright new future for humanity in that address, a future that would be formed in what he called the "white fire of a scientific revolution."

Theogony, a Greek epic poem by Hesiod in the late eighth century BC, contains the first known description of the Prometheus story (507-616). According to that story, Prometheus was the offspring of the Oceanid Asia and the Titan Iapetus (Baldwin, 2016). Because it states that Prometheus is one of the Titans, the greatest trickster, and a god of fire in Greek mythology, it is incredibly instructive and intended to help readers comprehend this narrative. He grew into a great artisan, according to popular mythology, and was connected to fire and the creation of humanity. His name's apparent meaning, Forethinker, highlighted his intellectual nature.

The Myth of Prometheus and Mary Shelley's Frankenstein

Daily, individuals consider living eternally. People have written about the afterlife in literature from the dawn of science and religion. Prometheus represents the legendary part of existence, assisting humans from the beginning of time, while Frankenstein deals with science and wonder-inspired inventions. Although they were written millennia apart, Frankenstein and "The Myth of Prometheus" had a survivalist concept and plot, leading to the nickname "The Modern Prometheus." Victor Frankenstein's research bestows people the ability to live forever, just as Prometheus' holy fire did (Shelley, 2005). Victor's loved ones are taken from him like the eagle pulling out the liver of Prometheus. Victor's monster is similar to Prometheus in current times in that he represents freedom from a creator.

When Prometheus first beheld his human creatures, he realized they needed fire to live. Zeus initially refused to permit him because he did not want humanity to be able to dominate the Gods after they had a conversation about giving humankind fire. When Frankenstein initially enrolled in college, one of his professors advised him to begin his studies since he had spent time learning about alchemy. Prometheus and Frankenstein both created their works despite not paying attention to advise. Frankenstein turned a corpse and electricity into a monster (Baldwin, 2016). Prometheus formed humanity and fire. Despite living in entirely diff erent millennia, these two individuals were nevertheless able to produce something original. Due to the inventions,  both characters suff ered consequences. Frankenstein was punished by the monster murdering his siblings and wife, whereas Prometheus was punished by being bound to the mountains and tormented every day. "Like the archangel who aspired to omnipotence, I am trapped in an unending inferno" (Frankenstein  194).

Survival is an essential topic in both works. In the novel Frankenstein, the monster wanders off and eventually settles down in the woods. He had to create a fire and hunt for food while coping with his mental health problems, which almost led to his death. Prometheus defends his creatures in "The Myth of Prometheus," stealing their fire when he knows they would perish without it. He knew that he would be chastised and exiled by Zeus if he stole the fire.

The "Myth of Prometheus" and Frankenstein have many parallels and contrasts. Being told they cannot or should not do something, doing it nonetheless, and then receiving punishment afterward are some parallels between the two. The main diff erences between the two are that Frankenstein voluntarily gave up his creation while Prometheus was forced to do so, that Frankenstein ran away from his problems. At the same time, Prometheus was tethered to a mountain and had to face them, and Frankenstein made his creation out of his wonder while Prometheus stole fire to save humanity (Baldwin, 2016). Despite sharing a similar plot, Prometheus and Frankenstein feature extremely diverse aspects that add to the narrative.

There are a few more similarities between Victor and Prometheus, such as their shared belief that they are the wisest of their kind and their relationship to creation. However, I believe that more is visibly opposed between the two. The titan who taught Victor Frankenstein's son how to rescue humanity is alienated from him by the apparent contempt for his creation.

Prometheus is translated to mean "fore-learner," in contrast to his brother, Frankenstein, who acquires knowledge out of greed rather than need (Baldwin, 2016). With the degree of contrast between Frankenstein and Prometheus, in my opinion, the link to mythology in the title of Frankenstein is unjustified.

In many respects, the Prometheus and Frankenstein stories are comparable. Victor utilizes all of his intelligence to bring life into Frankenstein. He had adhered to the traditional natural sciences arts and had accomplished what no mortal had ever done, namely, scientifically creating life on this earth. The issue is that he did this without God's approval. Though that was not his initial aim, he went against the will of God. He endured much pain as a result of his attempt to play God. To fulfill the creation's goal to gain his father's love and support, his whole family was wiped out by death. Victor was destined to endure suffering due to his choice to play God and create something that was not intended to exist.