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1 Native American Myths Man’s explanation of the universe

2 Typical Elements of Myths Myths in all cultures tend to contain the following elements: ★ explain origin of something or action ★ contain deities or higher beings ★ contain fantastical/magical elements or events ★ involves nature/natural world/natural occurances

3 Common Topics/Themes ★ Creation of the world/universe ★ Appearance of first people ★ Place/role of humans in the universe ★ Lives and deeds of gods and heroes ○ how their lives/actions created present day life/society ★ Teach morality and cultural values ★ Cause/creation of natural events and creatures ○ earthquakes, looks/actions of animals and nature ★ Cause/creation of religious rituals/practices ★ Express hopes/fears of mankind

4 Native American Myths Typically include how spiritual forces are present in the natural world Mythology, religion, history, and ritual are combined in Native American culture and storytelling Celebrates oral tradition

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