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The etymological theory states that all myths derive from and can be traced back to certain words in the language. What is the key idea behind this theory?
The etymological theory states that all myths derive from and can be traced back to certain words in the language. What is the key idea behind this theory?
- Myths contain hidden meanings behind the narrative.
- Myths are derived from and can be traced back to specific words in the language. (correct)
- Myths are based on logical thinking and have a logical foundation.
- Myths arise from historical events that were exaggerated over time.
What is the main idea behind the allegorical theory of mythology according to the text?
What is the main idea behind the allegorical theory of mythology according to the text?
- Myths represent an early form of logical thinking and have a logical base.
- Myths are invented to accompany and explain religious rituals.
- Myths arise from an attempt to explain natural phenomena through worship.
- Myths contain hidden meanings and symbolism behind the narrative. (correct)
What is the key premise of Euhemerism, the theory of mythology discussed in the text?
What is the key premise of Euhemerism, the theory of mythology discussed in the text?
- Myths are derived from and can be traced back to specific words in the language.
- Myths are based on logical thinking and have a logical foundation.
- Myths arise from historical events that were merely exaggerated over time. (correct)
- Myths are invented to accompany and explain religious rituals.
The naturalism hypothesis states that myths are thought to arise from an attempt to explain what?
The naturalism hypothesis states that myths are thought to arise from an attempt to explain what?
What is the key idea behind the ritualism theory of mythology described in the text?
What is the key idea behind the ritualism theory of mythology described in the text?
What does the evolutionism theory believe about the process of myth-making?
What does the evolutionism theory believe about the process of myth-making?
What is the primary focus of etymological theory in mythology?
What is the primary focus of etymological theory in mythology?
Which theory presents myths as symbolic representations of natural phenomena?
Which theory presents myths as symbolic representations of natural phenomena?
What is Euhemerism primarily concerned with in mythology?
What is Euhemerism primarily concerned with in mythology?
Which theory views myths as coded explanations of rituals central to a society?
Which theory views myths as coded explanations of rituals central to a society?
What aspect of myths does allegorical theory primarily aim to interpret?
What aspect of myths does allegorical theory primarily aim to interpret?
In the context of mythology, what does the term 'mythos' signify?
In the context of mythology, what does the term 'mythos' signify?
What is the term used to describe the transmission of cultural wisdom, memories, and models through oral means?
What is the term used to describe the transmission of cultural wisdom, memories, and models through oral means?
Which theory suggests that myths are based on natural phenomena or the origins of things?
Which theory suggests that myths are based on natural phenomena or the origins of things?
According to the passage, what is a characteristic of oral transmission of myths?
According to the passage, what is a characteristic of oral transmission of myths?
Which theory suggests that myths are based on historical facts?
Which theory suggests that myths are based on historical facts?
According to the passage, what is a characteristic of myths?
According to the passage, what is a characteristic of myths?
Which theory suggests that myths are meant for pleasure and amusement?
Which theory suggests that myths are meant for pleasure and amusement?
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Purposes of Mythology
- Myths provide continuity and stability to a culture by preserving its history and values.
- Myths serve as guidelines for living by offering moral lessons and teachings.
- Myths justify a culture's activities and customs by providing a historical and divine context.
- Myths give meaning to life by explaining natural phenomena and the human experience.
- Myths explain the unexplainable by providing supernatural and magical explanations.
- Myths offer role models through the stories of heroes and gods.
Theories Related to the Study of Mythology
- Rationalism: myths represent an early form of logical thinking and have a logical base.
- Etymological Theory: all myths derive from and can be traced back to certain words in the language.
- Allegorical Theory: myths contain hidden meanings behind the narrative.
- Euhemerism: myths arise from historical events that were exaggerated over time.
- Naturalism: myths arise from an attempt to explain natural phenomena, which originated from worship.
- Ritualism: myths are invented to accompany and explain religious rituals.
- Evolutionism: myth-making occurs at a certain stage in the evolution of the human mind.
- Freudianism: myths resemble dreams and contain repressed infantile desires.
Types of Mythology
- Pure Myth or True Myth: primitive science or religion that explains natural phenomena or the origin of things.
- Saga or Legend: primitive history that is based on historical facts.
- Folktale or Fairytale: primitive fiction that is meant for pleasure and amusement.
Characteristics of Myth
- Mythos means an authoritative speech or a traditional story.
- A myth has a narrative plot with a beginning, middle, and end, and contains characters with certain mental imprints.
- Myths describe conflict, resolution, and are set within a specific context.
- Myths are “traditional” tales with collective importance.
- Myths have no identifiable author and are often transmitted orally.
- Written myths use a story that preceded the written form, and different versions may have varying details.
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