A Message from the Past

Translate a warning or prophecy from folklore into a modern context.

Folklore often contains warnings or prophecies veiled in metaphor. Pick an example, such as Pandora’s box, and see if you can translate it into a modern setting. Could Pandora’s box turn into an AI developed beyond our control, or the misuse of a groundbreaking technology? Use this prompt to explore the potential consequences of our actions and the timeless nature of human folly.

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