Definition: A traditional sacred story, typically revolving around the activities of gods and heroes, which purports to explain a natural phenomenon or cultural practice.
Expanded Definition: What Is a Myth?
See Also: god, legend, mythology, religion
Expanded Definition: What Is a Myth?
See Also: god, legend, mythology, religion
Also Known As: sacred story, religious story
Examples:
The Greek myth of Prometheus, a human being who stole the secret of fire from the gods and was punished with everlasting torment, purported to explain the origin of mankind's use of fire.
