Reading Notes: Alaskan Legends Part A

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This story is part of the Alaskan Legends unit. Story source: Myths and Legends of Alaska, edited by Katharine Berry Judson (1911).

This part of the story told us a story about Raven created the world. It is very interesting since people see the Raven played a role just like God in the Alaskan Legends. Raven created people, other animals, and the world. 

Although Raven had a similar power with God, differences still existed, Raven did not punish any people, he taught and instructed. In my view, this is definitely a part of Raven's charming. As the man who created the world, he did not show emotions such as anger or cold-blooded, but he showed patience and concern. This is very important for all of the legends I think, such a character could even influence the culture internally. If we assume that Raven is a spiritual leader, he would definitely transmit several positive values to people who live in the Alaskan. 

We always could find that myths would be connected to many religious factors and our society. For instance, the bible would be a good example that has a tremendous influence on Christian. So, a sagacious character would be significant.

Raven Tales. Web Source: Wikipedia.


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