http://www.hurstwic.com/history/articles/mythology/myths/text/baldr.htm(Links to an external site.) http://www.hurstwic.com/history/articles/mythology/myths/text/loki_binding.htm(Links to an external...

http://www.hurstwic.com/history/articles/mythology/myths/text/baldr.htm(Links to an external site.)

http://www.hurstwic.com/history/articles/mythology/myths/text/loki_binding.htm(Links to an external site.)

http://www.hurstwic.com/history/articles/mythology/myths/text/creation.htm(Links to an external site.)

http://www.hurstwic.com/history/articles/mythology/myths/text/ragnarok.htm(Links to an external site.)

http://www.hurstwic.com/history/articles/mythology/myths/text/mead_of_poetry.htm(Links to an external site.)

What similarities does the Baldr myth share with other myths we've encountered so far in this class? What gives it a unique character?

How is Loki's Binding similar to Prometheus?

Myths often convey the values of a culture. Based on Mead of Poetry, how did this culture feel about both Mead and Poetry?

Compare the creation myth with some others we've discussed. What traits are similar, and which are unique? (If you need a refresher, check out the Extra History or Overly Sarcastic Productions myths on Greek Creation on Youtube).

Based on the Ragnarok myth, do you think that this culture was more centered on the idea of fate or free will? Do they feel that time is linear or cyclical?