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Is folklore real?
Folklore is a real thing. It exists in all communities. It consists of rumours, legends, stories, songs, jokes, myths, rituals, customs, stereotypes and all of the (usually) orally transmitted aspects of our culture.
How do you use folklore in a sentence?
Myths, legends, data, facts and stories are all part of the American lore.
How do Welsh Myths and Legends affect on Welsh life?
Not at all, really.
What do you hope to study in this Greek Myths and Legends Unit?
One hopes to understand how these myths and legends serve as metaphor for the struggles of all humans in everyday life (even if there is quite a bit of hyperbole inherent in these works!)
How did people used myths and legends?
Myths entertain and teach us today, but it was from myths that we learned to trace genealogy, from myths that are the origins of ideas - psychology, time keeping, understanding and naming human emotions, "misery", "gloom", "love", all these are the gods of the Greeks.
What is another word for tales with the same meaning?
Stories, myths and legends are all synonyms for the word tales.
Could it be possible that the Tanuki 狸 and Mujina 狢 legends in Japan might have a Chinese origin?
Yes, because in Chinese legends, folklore, & mythology, it is said that all animals are capable of shapeshifting (or capable of acquiring human form). The most common animal to do so is the fox.
Why do frogs appear in stories such as myths and legends?
Frogs are common in Myths and Folklore because the are considered a sign of rebirth, new born, new beginnings, etc. Frogs were and still are considered "cute" yet undesired to touch or handle by many people. A frog's croaking is a sign of good luck, mystery as well as signaling a change of weather. Mystery of a frog brought interest to the creature, how can it hide so well (by changing color to a degree), how can it make such a loud sound, how can they jump so far were all mysteries that drew people to observe frogs. Myths and Folklore are built on mystery or the unexplained so natural frogs fit right into this category.
Why is the bible uncompromisingly ambiguous when it is the perfect word of god?
Because it is a story of fiction. The Old Testament is a collection of the myths and legends of the Hebrew people. Most myths and legends are ambiguous at best. The New Testament concerns the folklore arising around a prophet in the early First Century AD. Many of the stories are very similar to other myths and legends which were current at the time. So it is hardly surprising that it is ambiguous and contradictory, even though the books which make up the Bible were selected very carefully, and all conflicting texts destroyed. A more interesting question to me is why anyone can claim it is perfect. Most Christians don't claim this: especially if they have read it.
Are there any facts about electricity?
No. It's all fairy tales, lies, bubbe meissehs, folk legends, myths, and BS.
How did the ancient Greeks find out about myths and legends?
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.
What is the significance of the Turkish tree in traditional folklore and cultural practices?
The Turkish tree holds significant importance in traditional folklore and cultural practices as it is believed to symbolize strength, resilience, and protection. In Turkish culture, the tree is often associated with myths and legends that highlight its connection to nature and its ability to provide shelter and sustenance. Additionally, the Turkish tree is seen as a symbol of unity and community, representing the interconnectedness of all living beings.
