6 Uses of Mythology Notes and Overview
Myths were created to: 1. Explain creation of the earth or worldly things Earth, sky, oceans, mountains, etc.
Myths were created to: 2. Explain a natural phenomena Tornadoes, earthquakes, tsunami, storms, fires
Myths were created to: 3. Explain a moral lesson Teach not to lie, steal, gossip; to obey parents
Myths were created to: 4. Explain a historical event Wars, space travel, 9/11, etc.
Myths were created to: 5. Explain mankind’s deepest fears Sky falling, earth explosions, human extinction, running out of natural resources
Myths were created to: 6. Explain the changing of a season Summer to fall, winter to spring, spring to summer