HU 300: Seminar 2Myth and the Foundation of the Humanities

HU 300: Seminar 2HU 300: Seminar 2

Myth is commonly used as a synonym for “misconception.” In our chapter, it means something else? What does it mean?

Common BeliefsCommon Beliefs

What is “fate”?

What are some ideas that we ascribe to fate?

Finish this sentence:

“Nice guys…

HU 300: Seminar 2HU 300: Seminar 2

What does: “Nice guys finish last” mean? Is it true?

What does it tell us about a culture that says it?

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Think of some family expressions, often-heard proverbs, advertising slogans, or political slogans…

What are some of these sayings? What do these phrases mean to you?

Phrases are myths Phrases are myths too!too!

What are some axioms you want to pass on to your children, family members, or friends?

Stereotypes as Stereotypes as mythologymythology

What are some of the stereotypes that exist in American culture?

StereotypesStereotypes

Do you believe stereotypes can be dispelled?

StereotypesStereotypes

Have you ever held a stereotype that you adjusted after experience that proved the belief to be inaccurate? How did this change?

Questions?? Comments?

Atlas Holding up the World….