Myth

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Myth

Myth (/mɪθ/; from the Greek word μῦθος, mythos, which means "story") is a traditional story or group of stories told by a particular culture. Myths often involve gods, ancestors, or heroes. They are often used to explain natural phenomena, customs, traditions, and historical events.

Etymology

The term "myth" originates from the Ancient Greek word "μῦθος" (mythos), which can mean speech, narrative, fiction, myth, or plot. In classical Greek, "mythos" refers to any traditional story or set of stories.

Related Terms

  • Folklore: The traditional beliefs, customs, and stories of a community, passed through the generations by word of mouth.
  • Legend: A traditional story sometimes popularly regarded as historical but unauthenticated.
  • Fable: A short story, typically with animals as characters, conveying a moral.
  • Mythology: The study of myths, or the collection of myths.
  • Epic: A long narrative poem, often written about a hero or heroes.
  • Allegory: A story, poem, or picture that can be interpreted to reveal a hidden meaning, typically a moral or political one.

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