"Mythis
agenreoffolkloreconsisting
primarily ofnarrativesthat
play a fundamental role in a society. For scholars, this is totally
different from the ordinary sense of the termmyth,
meaning abeliefthat
is not true, as the veracity of a piece of folklore is entirely
irrelevant to determining whether it constitutes a myth. Myths are
often endorsed by religious and secular authorities, and may be
natural orsupernaturalin
character." Source
Wikipedia
"Alegendis
agenreoffolklorethat
consists of anarrativefeaturing
human actions, believed or perceived to have taken place in human
history. Narratives in this genre may demonstrate humanvalues,
and possess certain qualities that give the taleverisimilitude.
Legend, for its active and passive participants, may includemiracles.
Legends may be transformed over time to keep them fresh and vital."
Source Wikipedia
Myths along with legends
have long been a part of human
development, traditions, religions
and ways of life since humans first
tried to gain an understanding of
their universe. I once heard a
phrase which stated in time myths
become legends and legends become
facts. Today I see this is happening
more and more by religious, cultural
and political leaders to benefit
their positions and supporters. The
myth and or legend does not
necessarily have to be true, it only
matters if people believe it to be
true! Social Media and modern
communication systems such as TV
streaming, radio ,word of mouth,
blogging and podcasting are being
used in abundance. History and
religion are replete with myths and
legends concerning political,
religious and cultural individuals
and beliefs. They tend to influence,
if not dominate our thinking
and ways of life.
"We cannot afford to
take Mythology at face value"
Indiana Jones Last Crusade
"Legends
die hard. They survive as truth
rarely does." Helen Hayes
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