Select at
least two creation myths from two different cultures. For ideas, refer to myths
section of the Big Myths website for animated presentations of many creation
myths.
Write a 600- to
875-word paper about the selected creation myths that answers two of the
following questions:
· Which world or worlds, such as sky, earth, and
underworld, are represented in the myths you chose? What are the elements of
these worlds?
· Describe the creators. Are the creators male or
female, and of what significance is gender? Describe what they created,
including the steps or cycles of creation. Also, include descriptions of any
destroyers or destruction, if applicable.
· Why is there such a focus on cosmic occurrences or
natural phenomena like stars, moons, floods, rain, etc.?
· Compare the creators, creations, the steps or cycle
of creation, and the cosmic elements of the two myths. What are the
similarities and differences?
· Why do you think cosmic or creation myths are
important to a culture? How do they shape a culture’s view of the world?
Format your citations and
references according to the appropriate course level APA guidelines.
