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In Greek mythology, Elpis () was the personification and spirit of hope ( hope was usually seen as an extension to suffering by the Greek, not as a good ), 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.