Discovery -- Ancient Civilization: Ancient Civilization

Author: Wang Lin
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Publish Date: 2004-04-01
Features: Myths reflect the inner thoughts and feelings of the people who created them. Myths can help later generations understand the spiritual will of their ancestors before the advent of written language. When we want to study the thoughts of our ancestors and how they viewed the world, myths may be the best shortcut. The heroes, animals, and events in these mythological worlds genuinely reflect the ancient people's perspectives on their human and natural environments. These myths hold immeasurable value in helping us understand the pressures our ancestors faced and the successes they achieved.
They showcase the infinite charm of the mythological world, where great gods and indomitable heroes meet in mythical epics, igniting brilliant sparks and illuminating humanity's darkest ages. Myths embody the shared dreams and love of humanity. The independent kingdom on Mount Olympus in Greece—the divine realm—where mythological heroes and natural spirits float in the sky. The millennia-old legend of the Celts, a northern European people, filled with iron and blood. The endless cycle of gods and demons in India, perpetually reborn in the ever-evolving universe.