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What is a myth?. Part 1. Myths are created to give value to persons, places or things. Myths attempt to explain things such as customs, religious practices or natural events. Myths are mixtures of poetry, morals and history. Myths taught humans proper behaviour.
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What is a myth? Part 1
Myths are created to give value to persons, places or things. • Myths attempt to explain things such as customs, religious practices or natural events. • Myths are mixtures of poetry, morals and history. • Myths taught humans proper behaviour.
Myths are stories about characters: Gods Goddesses Men Women Heroes Myths take the form of: Adventures Triumphs Tragedies Devotion Vengeance
People in modern times create myths… • The Little Engine that Could • Luke Skywalker • Frodo Baggins • In ancient times… • Gods were immortal • The relationship that they have with humans is always at risk. This is what makes the study of mythology more fun.