The Riddle Of The Sphinx
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The study of myths probably began in the 4th century. BC. when Euthemerus
explained them as exaggerated adventures of historical individuals. The
allegorical interpretation of myths , stemming from the 18th century study ,
says that at one time myths were invented by wise men to point out a truth ....
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.... popular,
is surprisingly enlightening when attention is paid to the meaning of names of
characters and places in relation to Biblical stories. Even recent fairy tales
which fall into the category of myth, often reveal through metaphor more truth
in scripture than one would anticipate.
The most relevant and necessary topic for the understanding of the
imagery and symbolism of myth is found in the framework of the celestial zodiac.
The pictures found today in the zodiac were no ....
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