All cultures make up myths.
The same way you know about your god(s), if any. Most all cultures and civilizations had writings and artifacts, along with oral stories, that inform us today about their culture and beliefs.
no. but in some myths he is older but in most myths he is younger then his sisters.
Just about all of them.
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.
All cultures make up myths.
Almost all cultures have myths.
Well, one aspect of myths that cannot be denied is that they are ubiquitous across all countries and cultures. Every society has its own form of myths, and interestingly, often these different myths are re-tellings of central archetypal stories that are changed slightly to fit different cultures and experiences.
Yes. Many cultures have myths about shapeshifters.
There are many myths that recur around the world, such as creation myths, myths about the origin of fire, and flood myths.
they may have something in common as cultures.
Cultural views and beliefs.
Yes, many myths from different cultures share similar themes such as creation, flood, hero journeys, and divine beings. These similarities suggest universal human experiences and show the interconnectedness of global storytelling.
All cultures had myths. They provided explanations for why things happened (e.g. the seasons, storms, earthquakes).
To explain why things are the way they are
Myths can reveal important cultural values, beliefs, and norms of the societies that created them. They often provide insight into the origins of cultural practices, societal structures, and beliefs about the natural world. Myths can also reflect historical events or serve as cautionary tales to convey certain moral or ethical lessons.
Yes. Consider Hercules and Sampson, Thor and Zeus, Beowulf and Saint George,...(others are invited to expand this list)