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2 What Do Mythologies
and Folklore Do for Us?
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In this chapter, we will explore the captivating world of mythology and folklore,
discovering how these ancient stories teach valuable life lessons and reflect the
rich cultures from which they come. Through these tales, we’ll learn about the
wisdom passed down through generations and how it shapes our understanding
of the world.
Every culture is rich with colourful
mythological stories and folklore. In
some way they reflect the society
and the people to which they
belong. Their main purpose is
to pass on the information and
wisdom of human experience
from generation to generation.
Grandparents are the
‘original educators’ who
use the technology of
oral tradition’ to teach
the young ones about
both social values
and environmental
knowledge.
These stories are
meant to instil
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