Cosmic Creation Myths Across Cultures
Resources: Week 2 readings and activities, University Library, internet
The readings and activities this week were about the creation myths of various cultures. In one activity you discussed similarities and differences of the myths. Now it is time to write about two creation myths you learned about this week.
Select at least two creation myths from two different cultures. For ideas, refer to this week's readings and the myths section of the http://www.bigmyth.com/ website for animated presentations of many creation myths.
Complete the Creation Myths Template.
Sources (at least 2 from different cultures below)
The Creation Cycle and Cosmic Myths
· Greek mythology. (2017). Encyclopaedia Britannica, n/a.
· Davis, R. H., & Page, W. R. (2017). Traditional African religion. Encyclopedia of Ancient Africa (Prehistory to 500 CE), n/a.
· Hood, R. E. (1989). Creation myths in Nigeria: A theological commentary. Journal of Religious Thought, 45(2), 70.
· Jager, B. (2001). The birth of poetry and the creation of a human world: An exploration of the epic of Gilgamesh. Journal of Phenomenological Psychology, 32(2), 131-154.
· Leeming, D.(2005). Chinese mythology. The Oxford Companion to World Mythology, n/a.
· Lynch, P. A. (2004). Obatala. African Mythology A to Z, n/a.
Multimedia
· Annenberg Learner (2010). Popol Vuh: Invitation to World Literature (26:14) [Video file], Films on Demand.
· KAET-TV, Arizona State University (1984). Sweathouse Creation Myth (06:10) [Video File], Films on Demand.
· KTWU (2007). Biblical Creation Myth (05:04) [Video File], Films on Demand.
· National Geographic Digital Media (1988). Aboriginal Myths (01:02) [Video File], Films on Demand.
· National Geographic Digital Media (2008). African Creation Myth (01:17) [Video File], Films on Demand.
· National Geographic Digital Media (1988). Gaguju Creation Myth (01:10) [Video File], Films on Demand.
· PBS (2008). Creation Myth (01:08) [Video File], Films on Demand.