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A myth is a story with a religious implication that was, at one time, almost certainly believed to be true. There are hundreds of myths known, and honestly, some people would tell you that even though it's a modern religion, the tales of Hinduism are myths.
One good example of a myth is the story of Pandora, which describes how man was punished for Prometheus' gift of fire by being cursed not only with women, but with all the ills and woes we experience today.
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Are there any myths in the Bible that do not originate from other older myths?
A:Yes. While, for example, the creation and Flood stories may have antecedents in earlier myths, the Exodus story is one example that appears to be an entirely Hebrew myth.
Does Pluto have any myths or legends?
Yes, Pluto does indeed have a great many myths and legends. Pluto is said to have Martians that will invade Earth for example.
Why would the Greeks and Romans make up such stories as myths?
Myths originally started in Greece. People came up with these myths to explain how things came to be. For example, the story of Athena and Arachne explains how spiders came to be.
Why did the US create myths about world war 2?
I know of no myths that were created. However the US did put out false information to confuse the enemy. Can you give an example?
What two numbers appear in myths and legends frequently?
12 and 3 appear in myths and legends and literature frequently. Example: The 12 Olympian Gods and the 3 Muses
WHAT is example of myth?
Myths are like Greek and Roman stories
What is a myth and ledgend?
A wise old storyteller told me that myths are "other people's religion."For example, the Olympic gods were not myths to the Greeks who believed in them, but they are myths to those who don't.Legends have their roots in fact but have been passed on -- and generally exaggerated -- through word of mouth.
What is a example of a myth?
King Arthur or any of the Greek Myths including the Gods like Zeus and Posiedon.
What myths feature the greek god pothos?
None come to mind. You have to understand that many of the "gods" were personifications of states of mind or emotions, and didn't have myths connected to them. Pothos, for example, was the personification of "longing" or "yearning".
How do myths and historians differ in their explanations of the rise of the first emperor?
Myths are myths, and historians pass on the myths.
How do myths and historians differ in their explanations of the rise of the first emperors?
Myths are myths, and historians pass on the myths.
Do modern writers ever invent myths?
Modern writes are able to invent myths. One might say that George Lucas and his Star Wars story is an example of a contemporary story which has gained mythic qualities.
