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Andrew Spivey September 22, 2003
World Literature – 4
Values Taught in Myths—Lessons Learned? ... Most myths concern those with supernatural powers, but in spite of these powers, most gods, goddesses, and heroes in mythology have human characteristics in order that morals
and values may be taught. The myths of Theseus and Osiris and Isis are two such examples. ... The myths of Theseus and Osiris and Isis stress proper behavior and depict examples of basic moral values that serve as guidelines for living; good overcomes evil; love triumphs not only over evil, but also over death itself; and the sin of excessive pride can result in downfall and defeat of heroes.
Good overcoming evil is the first example of a moral lesson in the myths of Theseus and Osiris and Isis. ...
A second moral lesson taught in these two myths concerns the power of love. ...
In conclusion, the myths of Theseus and Osiris and Isis depict examples of basic moral values and lessons which serve as guidelines for living. The lessons depicted included good overcoming evil, just as Theseus overcame Sinis and the Minotaur and Osiris and Isis triumphed over the evil Seth. ... These three moral lessons were all learned by reading the myths of Theseus and Osiris and Isis.
Approximate Word count = 1008
Approximate Pages = 4
(250 words per page double spaced)
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