Significance of Myth
Synonyms: Legend, Fable, Tale, Folklore, Narrative, Fantasy, Illusion, Allegory, Parable
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The concept of Myth in local and regional sources
Myth represents the initial view of Zhangzhung as an imaginative story, overshadowing its historical significance. This perspective highlights the tension between narrative and reality in understanding this ancient culture.
From: Tibet (Myth, Religion and History)
(1) The earlier perception of Zhangzhung as a fantastical narrative rather than a historical reality.[1]
From: Triveni Journal
(1) Stories reflecting a nation's psyche, explored in Levi Strauss's work analyzing their social and psychological impacts.[2]