General Greek Mythology Flashcards
1
Q
Who was Emile Durkheim and what were his ideas about groups?
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1858-1917
Founded the idea of “Collective Effervescence”
Something happens in groups that is greater than the sum of the parts
Rituals in groups anchor moments in our lives
2
Q
Who was Jane Harrison and how did she connect Myths and Rituals?
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1850-1928
Rituals are behind all Greek Mythology.
Mythology was actually used to explain the pre-existing rituals.
