Japanese mythology

been to Japan twice, once for an intensive Japanese study program at Kyoto Sangyo University, and for an entire year studying abroad at Sophia University in Tokyo. Both experiences were extremely enriching, eye opening, and changed my life, as I was able to experience a culture that is totally different from that of my own. As life in the Japanese countryside is radically varied from that of the cities, I would like to experience that aspect of Japanese life and culture firsthand. I have already…

Introduction Throughout history the myth of a world covering flood covering the earth has been known by many cultures and disregarded by scientists or realists. recently, the idea of a flood covering parts of the world, evidence found in soil erosion, has been more accepted in the scientific community. One main reason many would consider it true is the widespread of one idea in multiple cultures around the world; all varying in details but having the main focus of a flood. We all have heard…

In the modern period, with the growing influence on rationale views of the world the term myth has come to represent stories that are false more and more as years pass. Myth storytellers both past and present, on the other hand have assumed reality is to complex to grasp, so they have begun to rely on stories to provide at least a glimpse on complexity. Folklore, Courtly, and bourgeois are all closely related in the mythic world. All three originate in ancient myths. Each one of them have…

can find peace if they just wanted it. He wants to get across the beauty of it and by expressing his need to be a mythological creature, he succeeds. He also includes himself in the category of those not moved by nature so that his expression of mythology reflects a desire for a nature which only a mythological creature would represent Williams Wordsworth sonnet has a straight forward message that the beauty of nature is taken for granted. He points out the flaws and frustration against…

Throughout history we have seen many different hero stories and how the hero of the story changes. Joseph Campbell's “The Hero’s Journey” describes all the steps of the hero’s journey, from being an ordinary person, to the call for adventure, to the tests all the way to where the protagonist has changed hopefully for the best and has returned home. These stages are important for combination myths, like what Linda Seger talked about in her article “Creating the Myth”. In her article she talks…

A man called Michael Shermer once said, “Myths are stories that express meaning, morality, or motivation. Whether they are true or not is irrelevant.” The Alaska native cultural myths that I will be referencing are “The Mink Boy” which is an Alutiiq myth, “Salmon Girl” which is an Athabascan myth, “Sleeping Lady” which is an Athabascan myth, “The Eye of the Needle” which is a Yup’ik myth, “Keet” which is a Tlingit myth, and the Yup’ik origin myth. Many Alaskan native cultural groups share some…

Doom of the Sirens The Ringling museum is a very historically admired place to go. Not only were the Ringling brothers huge into the circus, which in fact were very successful, but they also had a strong passion for art. This museum was once John and Mable Ringling’s home, but unfortunately, the two passed away shortly after the mansion was built so it is now open to the public to show off some of the greatest pieces of artwork. The Museum is located in Sarasota, Florida and has three main…

Joseph Campbell was an American writer who researched and developed theories about mythology. One of his most well-known works is the 17 Stages of Monomyth. These 17 stages are split into three phases. The first of the three phases of monomyth is the departure. This phase includes the call to adventure, the refusal of the call, supernatural aid, crossing of the first threshold, and belly of the whale. The second phase is the initiation which includes the road of trials, the meeting with the…

Scandinavian Folklore Magical superstitious stories and whimsical creatures define Scandinavian folklore. Tales of great woe and triumph spread a sense of awe to its readers and envelop them with cultural significances. Scandinavian folklore has been passed down for generations with regional customs and superstitions filled with tales of magical and horrendous creatures. Various themes can be found through folklore. It’s themes range from magic, evil creatures, spirits, mischief, lessons, and…

Page: 1 of 5 Foundation of MythologyHUM/105 World MythologyCharlotte BabbSeptember 8th, 2014 Foundation of Mythology 2Today when you hear the myth, some may think of traditional legendary stories. When most people use the term “It’s a myth” they are referring to story with no evidence. In contrast, the word myth in academic context is used as follows;…