How the mythical Raven brought light to the world in ancient storytelling

Living with gods: the tale of Raven · 3:11 · Video: The British Museum · Watch at the source

In short: This video explores the enduring legend of Raven, a figure who has existed since the beginning of time. Discover the significance of this primordial character and his role in bringing light to the world through the lens of the British Museum exhibition.

The story of Raven is a foundational narrative that explores themes of creation and light. As a figure who has always been, Raven serves as a central character in traditions that examine how humanity interacts with the divine and the natural world.

This exploration is part of the British Museum exhibition 'Living with gods: peoples, places and worlds beyond,' which ran from 2 November 2017 to 8 April 2018. The project, supported by the Genesis Foundation and John Studzinski CBE, also features a companion series on BBC Radio 4 presented by Neil MacGregor.

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