"If you take different mythologies from different cultures, the names may change and the story lines may vary but there is always something in common"
- Maynard James Keenan
About this Quote
This quote by Maynard James Keenan speaks to the universality of mythologies across cultures. He suggests that although the names and stories might vary, there is always something that binds them together. This could be a shared theme, such as the concept of a hero's journey, or a shared ethical lesson. It might also be a shared symbol or archetype, such as a wise old man or a trickster figure. This universality of mythologies speaks to the commonality of the human experience, and the shared worths and beliefs that all of us share. It is a reminder that although we might come from different backgrounds, we are all connected by our shared humankind.
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