Myth

Myth: an Overview

The English word myth comes from the Greek muthos, meaning "word" or "speech." It owes its significance to its contrast with logos, which can also be translated as "word," but is used especially in the sense of a word that elicits discussion or an argument. The reference to Jesus Christ as the Logos (Word) of God is well known from the Gospel of John; this is a necessary reminder that the lines separating logos and muthos are not rigid. Muthos in its meaning of "myth" describes a story about gods and superhuman beings. A myth is an expression.....

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