What is mythology? Detailed answer

BIG ENCYCLOPEDIA FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS
Free library / Directory / Big encyclopedia for children and adults

What is mythology? Detailed answer

Big encyclopedia for children and adults

Directory / Big encyclopedia. Questions for quiz and self-education

Did you know?

What is mythology?

Man has always wondered why the world around him is the way it really is. He tried to find an explanation why certain phenomena occur. Now we can give a scientific explanation for the events taking place in the universe. But in ancient times man had to come up with such "explanations".

Imagine how many incomprehensible phenomena he could not explain! Why does the sun rise and set so regularly? Why are there seasons? What are stars and why do they move?

Strange things also happened in his life. Why do unpredictable things happen? Why does a person dream? Why is a person sick? How did people appear and what happens to them after death? How was the world and everything that makes it up created?

People in ancient times asked themselves these questions and tried to give answers to them. Different tribes in different parts of the world had their own explanations. They somehow explained the events. Colorful stories containing such explanations are called myths. Mythology studies the myths of the peoples of the world.

With the help of their myths, man in ancient times tried to "humanize", "personify" his world. That is, he believed that all objects around him, like himself, are thinking beings, and some were endowed with great power. All objects, animals, plants, stars, rivers, the Sun and the Moon were gods with magical powers. Some gods were considered good, others - evil, bringing pain, hunger and death.

Since man perceived these objects as gods and considered them as thinking beings, he believed that he could turn to them with requests. If the Sun had a mind, then it can be asked to direct its rays to plants so that they grow. People prayed to the rain god asking for rain in the hope of being heard.

All this led to the emergence of various kinds of rituals or ceremonies. The god had to be addressed in a certain way, otherwise the god might get angry. The purpose of such ceremonies and rituals was to maintain a good relationship between man and god. The man believed that in this way he would be able to manage events and control them, and therefore his life would be happier.

Author: Likum A.

Random interesting fact from the Great Encyclopedia:

How would you fly through the asteroid belt?

They would look at both, but they would hardly have encountered at least something.

Contrary to what you've seen in bad sci-fi movies, asteroid belts are, for the most part, pretty deserted. Lively compared to the rest of space, but still deserted.

Generally speaking, the gap between large asteroids (capable of causing significant damage to a spacecraft) is approximately two million kilometers.

And although there are whole groups of asteroids called "families" - these are those that formed relatively recently from a larger celestial body - maneuvering inside the asteroid belt is not at all difficult. In fact, if you choose a completely random course and at the same time encounter at least one asteroid, you can consider yourself very lucky.

But if this happens, you will certainly want to give this asteroid a name.

To date, the International Astronomical Union has a special Committee on the Nomenclature of Small Celestial Bodies, consisting of fifteen members, responsible for overseeing the naming of the steadily expanding state of minor planets. As recent examples show, this is not at all such a serious occupation. Judge for yourself:

(15887) Daveclarke, (14965) Bonk, (18932) Robinhood, (69961) Milosevic, (2829) Bobbop, (7328) Seanconnery, (5762) Wenkee, (453) Tea, (3904) Honda, (17627) Humptybolt, (9941) Iguanodon, (9949) Brontosaurus, (9778) Isabellalende, (4479) Charlieparker, (9007) James Bond, (39415) Janestin, (11548) Jerry-Lewis, (19367) Pink Floyd, (5878) Charlene, ( 6042) Cheshire Cat, (4735) Gary, (3742) Sunshine, (17458) Dick, (1629) Pecker and (821) Fanny. (Bonk - "fuck" (in the most interesting sense of the word) wanky - "masturbate" Dick - in English both a male name and a "dick" pecker - "beak" and, again, "penis" fanny - " female ass" (if not worse).)

Smith, Jones, Brown, and Robinson are all official asteroid names, as are Bikki, Bass, Bok, Lick, Qui, Hippo, Mister Spock, Roddenberry, and Suissair.

Eccentricity in naming planets is nothing new. For example, Pluto was named Pluto in 1930 by an eleven-year-old schoolgirl from Oxford named Venetia Burney: her grandfather, then a librarian at Oxford University, passed the suggestion made by his granddaughter at breakfast to his good friend Herbert Hall Turner, Oxford professor of astronomy.

Perhaps 2003 UB313 will eventually be renamed Rupert, the name given by Douglas Adams to the tenth planet in the solar system in his book The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. It didn't happen either. Literally a day before the sudden death of Adams in 2001, another asteroid was named (18610) Arthur Dent. And now Adams has his own celestial body: (25924) Douglasadams.

Test your knowledge! Did you know...

▪ How was coal formed?

▪ Where was Marco Polo from?

▪ Which writer was given a year of paid leave by her friends to make her literary debut?

See other articles Section Big encyclopedia. Questions for quiz and self-education.

Read and write useful comments on this article.

<< Back

Latest news of science and technology, new electronics:

Artificial leather for touch emulation 15.04.2024

In a modern technology world where distance is becoming increasingly commonplace, maintaining connection and a sense of closeness is important. Recent developments in artificial skin by German scientists from Saarland University represent a new era in virtual interactions. German researchers from Saarland University have developed ultra-thin films that can transmit the sensation of touch over a distance. This cutting-edge technology provides new opportunities for virtual communication, especially for those who find themselves far from their loved ones. The ultra-thin films developed by the researchers, just 50 micrometers thick, can be integrated into textiles and worn like a second skin. These films act as sensors that recognize tactile signals from mom or dad, and as actuators that transmit these movements to the baby. Parents' touch to the fabric activates sensors that react to pressure and deform the ultra-thin film. This ... >>

Petgugu Global cat litter 15.04.2024

Taking care of pets can often be a challenge, especially when it comes to keeping your home clean. A new interesting solution from the Petgugu Global startup has been presented, which will make life easier for cat owners and help them keep their home perfectly clean and tidy. Startup Petgugu Global has unveiled a unique cat toilet that can automatically flush feces, keeping your home clean and fresh. This innovative device is equipped with various smart sensors that monitor your pet's toilet activity and activate to automatically clean after use. The device connects to the sewer system and ensures efficient waste removal without the need for intervention from the owner. Additionally, the toilet has a large flushable storage capacity, making it ideal for multi-cat households. The Petgugu cat litter bowl is designed for use with water-soluble litters and offers a range of additional ... >>

The attractiveness of caring men 14.04.2024

The stereotype that women prefer "bad boys" has long been widespread. However, recent research conducted by British scientists from Monash University offers a new perspective on this issue. They looked at how women responded to men's emotional responsibility and willingness to help others. The study's findings could change our understanding of what makes men attractive to women. A study conducted by scientists from Monash University leads to new findings about men's attractiveness to women. In the experiment, women were shown photographs of men with brief stories about their behavior in various situations, including their reaction to an encounter with a homeless person. Some of the men ignored the homeless man, while others helped him, such as buying him food. A study found that men who showed empathy and kindness were more attractive to women compared to men who showed empathy and kindness. ... >>

Random news from the Archive

Class D amplifier with 240W output power and 0,1% distortion 14.03.2006

Texas Instruments and the Technical University of Denmark have developed a Class-D (Class-D) amplifier with 240W output power and less than I/O distortion.

A TI spokesman said that "this is the best known product of its kind, and the output power level is unprecedented for monolithic output stages." To achieve low THD, an open-loop feedback was used, which is preferable to closed-loop, which cannot easily be added to an all-digital signal path.

The amplifier is built on n-channel horizontal (lateral) DMOS transistors, which are used both in the output stages and in the pre-amp stages. Distortions initially affect the timing and electrical characteristics of the prestages. Reduced distortion is achieved by optimizing the size of the transistors of the preliminary and output stages.

The amplifier is manufactured using a 0,4 µm/1,8 µm high voltage BiCMOS process with two aluminum plating layers and one copper layer.

Each half-bridge uses three pins for VDD ground and output, each of which is connected to the crystal by a stranded wire. Two half-bridges are placed on the chip, each of which provides an output current of up to +18 A and a power of up to 244 W at a load of 4 ohms in bridge mode.

Other interesting news:

▪ Dual SIM smartphones Panasonic P50 Idol and P65 Flash.

▪ Smartphone Samsung Galaxy W with 7" screen 1280x720

▪ New Year's Hi-Tec gifts - cheap and useful

▪ Shrimp will help in the extraction of uranium

▪ The ozone hole has stabilized

News feed of science and technology, new electronics

Interesting materials of the Free Technical Library:

▪ site section Acoustic systems. Article selection

▪ article The poet's soul could not bear it. Popular expression

▪ article Why should blood group be taken into account when transfusing blood? Detailed answer

▪ article Slinging cargo. Standard instruction on labor protection

▪ article Practical use of geothermal waters. Encyclopedia of radio electronics and electrical engineering

▪ article Norms of acceptance tests. Overhead power lines with voltage above 1 kV. Encyclopedia of radio electronics and electrical engineering

Leave your comment on this article:

All languages of this page

Home page | Library | Articles | Website map | Site Reviews