To explain how the wold work. The ancient people wanted to understand why the rain was, why they could use the fire, etc., and they didn't really have scientifical experience. If the child asked the mother, "where does the wind go?", then she answered with a tale. These tales, myths also has affect on their thinking. And they can also tell a colourful history of a nation.
Mythology was stories about gods and heroes. Ancient cultures used them to explain natural things like lightning, stars in the sky, and the passing of seasons. They also named stars in the sky after these heroes.
The original purpose of myths was for the Ancient Greeks to attempt to explain mysteries that they could not otherwise explain, but now myths are merely entertainment, as all other fantasy is.
To inform the people of how he was when he was alive and ruled the sea
It was in a way a religion, they made it to help understand the unknown.
Myths were a part of religion in ancient Greece. Some theologists speculate that the Greeks created myths to explain everything they could. Modern scholars study the myths to learn about the religious and political institutions of Ancient Greece.
This is unknown, because only the Greeks wrote about their myths at that time.
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The original purpose of myths was for the Ancient Greeks to attempt to explain mysteries that they could not otherwise explain, but now myths are merely entertainment, as all other fantasy is.
The ancient Greek myths explained things that the Greeks didn't understand.
To inform the people of how he was when he was alive and ruled the sea
Some may have factual origins, while others are completely fictional. But myths are more than mere stories and they serve a more profound purpose in ancient and modern cultures. Myths are sacred tales that explain the world and man's experience. Myths are as relevant to us today as they were to the ancients.
It was in a way a religion, they made it to help understand the unknown.
it gave them something to believe in
they gave people stories about the legends and myths of greek mytholgy
Myths serve various purposes, such as explaining natural phenomena, teaching morals and values, providing a sense of cultural identity, and helping to make sense of the world and human existence. They often have symbolic meanings that transcend their literal interpretations, offering insights into the human experience and connecting individuals to their cultural heritage.
Myths reflect the beliefs, values, and cultural norms of a society. They often explain natural phenomena, teach moral lessons, and provide a sense of identity and purpose for a community. Myths can also express common fears, hopes, and aspirations shared by a group of people.
Myths described to the Greeks how the world and its first people were made, and also (in some cases) gave an explanation for some natural occurences.