How ancient myths were used to justify social hierarchies
In short: Explore how creation stories from around the world have historically been used to establish and reinforce social orders, specifically focusing on narratives that place blame for human suffering on women.
This video examines the persistent and harmful idea that death, disease, and pain entered the world due to the actions of women. By analyzing Abrahamic, Greek, and Japanese creation stories, the presentation explores how these myths have functioned over millennia to suggest male superiority and cement specific social structures.
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- Summary by Intellect · source: Social Orders and Creation Stories: Crash Course World Mythology #5
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