Myth vs. History-Eric Fesmire

Dr. Redick has discussed myth and its relation and disconnect from history. One of the ideas he presented this last class was that myth was important, even if its not necessarily historical fact. The importance of myth comes in the lessons learned, and the cultural understanding of place and origin. Myths, to me, are more about people than anything else. They hit on timeless themes and unique cultural underpinnings. The Norse mythology matches their violent natures and you can almost sense the cold expanse that was their home. Greek and Roman gods had a feeling of sophistication but extreme sexual undertones and mischief. All of these point to ideals and and issues that involve what was going on at that time. This is why myths are so important, they are inclusive stories that a culture has embraced as their own.