Discussion Post: Myth & Creation
Visit this website: Three Native American Creation Myths and explore creation from the perspective of three Native American tribes: the Iroquois, the Yakama, and the Cherokee. Review the creation myth from the Mayan civilization you already experienced in the Unit 3 learning content.
A. In your first paragraph
a. Compare and contrast the creation myths of ancient North America to the creation myths of two of the following
i. Mayans from Meso-American including Mexico
ii. Guatemala
iii. Northern Belize
iv. Western Honduras.
b. Look for the underlying universal truths shared in these myths, as well as the cultural, geographic, and climate structure that may have added to differences.
B. In your second paragraph
a. Explore how 'myth' might have impacted the people of that historical time period and reflect on these myths from your modern American perspective.
b. What are your feelings about the myths and how do they compare to your understanding of the creation of the universe?
The response must include a reference list. One-inch margins, double-space, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font and APA style of writing and citations.