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Introduction to mythology. Mythos: spoken word that pertains to a tale, story, or narrative. Myths are NOT:. Anonymous Use supernatural events as means of interpreting natural events (gods and goddesses). Myths ARE:. Legends Based on history and facts Folktales/Fables Fairytales
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Introduction to mythology Mythos: spoken word that pertains to a tale, story, or narrative
Myths are NOT: Anonymous Use supernatural events as means of interpreting natural events (gods and goddesses) Myths ARE: • Legends • Based on history and facts • Folktales/Fables • Fairytales • Stories of morality • Always having main characters as animals
Polytheism: Belief in many gods Divine Myths Heroic Myths Tales of humans on earth Heroes Adventures Linked to divine presence Divine intervention in human affairs Any kind of reference to the gods or someone related to them Genealogy establishing descent from the gods • Tales referring to gods • Creation of the world • Meaning of existence and death • Explanation of natural phenomena
History • Oral Tradition • Mix of facts, embellishment, and lies for entertainment • 700 B.C. • Connections with all human life and experience • Origins and the nature of the universe • Gods and interaction with mankind • Reveal historical facts • Emotional connections and concerns for moral and physical issues • Convey beliefs, superstitions, rituals, and social ideas.