What Is Mythology? Mythology Is...

What is mythology? Mythology is a collection of myths belonging to a particular religious or cultural tradition. It serves to explain the worldview, values, and beliefs of ancient civilizations.

Mythology is often divided into higher and lower forms. Higher mythology focuses on gods, the creation of the universe, and the structure of society. Lower mythology is more widespread among the people and explains the human place in the cosmos — both culturally and in everyday life.

In ancient societies, mythology served as a system to explain the structure of the world. It helped people determine their place in the universe, formed the foundation of social relationships, and taught them how to distinguish values, rules, concepts of good and evil, honorable and dishonorable behavior.

Modern mythology is seen as a transformed version of the archaic type, often mixed with newly created myths. This includes belief in paranormal phenomena, UFOs, conspiracy theories, and various urban legends.

Other Questions About Mythology

• What is a myth?
• What is a legend?

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