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The Myth of King Midas - A Story of Ancient Beliefs and Moral Lessons

Explore the origin and significance of the myth of King Midas, a tale that answers important questions, explains natural phenomena, and teaches moral lessons. Discover the elements that make up a myth and its various uses throughout history.

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The Myth of King Midas - A Story of Ancient Beliefs and Moral Lessons

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  1. HOMEWORK Throne Project (Drawing AND Essay)– Due Monday 11/9 DO NOW: Fill out row 3 on your mythology scale and have your homework out to be checked

  2. The myth of King Midas HW Answers

  3. A story of unknown origin that people told long ago in an attempt to: • 1. Answer serious questions about how important things began and occurred • 2. Explain natural occurrences and express beliefs of right and wrong. Definition of a Myth

  4. To explain natural phenomena or an occurrence • To explain the creation of the world or objects • To teach people moral lessons Uses of a Myth

  5. To explain some historical event • To explain some ancient religious practices • To reveal the common hopes and fears of mankind Uses of a Myth

  6. An explanation of the universe – why something was the way it was or why it happened the way it did Elements of a Myth

  7. The adventures of the gods/goddesses • Super-human deities • Would often appear disguised • Would experience human emotions Elements of a Myth

  8. Magic – the inclusion of the supernatural Elements of a Myth

  9. Changes – Physical or emotional for a person or group of people Elements of a Myth

  10. The myth of Prometheus

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