Select at least two creation myths from two different cultures. For ideas, refer to this week’s readings and the myths section of the Big Myths website http://www.bigmyth.com/ for animated presentations of many creation myths.

Write a 700- to 1,400-word paper about the selected creation myths that answers the following questions:

Which world or worlds, such as sky, earth, and underworld, are represented in the myths you chose? What are the elements of these worlds?

Describe the creators. Are the creators male or female, and of what significance is gender? Describe what they created, including the steps or cycles of creation. Also, include descriptions of any destroyers or destruction if applicable.

Include the role of cosmic occurrences or natural phenomena, such as celestial bodies, floods, rain, wind, and fire.

Compare the creators, creations, the steps or cycle of creation, and the cosmic elements of the two myths. What are the similarities and differences?

Why do you think cosmic or creation myths are important to a culture? What value do they bring, if any?

Format your citations and references consistent with APA guidelines.

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According to the Egyptian creation myth narrated by the priests of Heliopolis, Atum emerged from the waters as the first human being. He is believed to have emerged from the Nun waters during creation. Originally Atum was serpent and Egyptians believe that he will return in form of a serpent at the end of the world. After creating himself in Nun, Atum is believed to have created his own kids. Through masturbation, Atum created Tefnut and Shu something that might seem impossible. However, Egyptians believe in this myth since Atum is depicted as having been a bisexual. As a result of this, his semen had all that was needed to bring about new life. …

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