African Literature and Language Studies

Advancing Scholarship Across the Continent

Vol. 2000 No. 1 (2000)

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Comparative Analysis of Creation Myths across African Cultures in Egypt

Ahmed El-Aziz, Academy of Scientific Research and Technology (ASRT)
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18717735
Published: August 21, 2000

Abstract

Creation myths in African cultures often reflect deep-seated beliefs about the origins of life, cosmos, and human society. Egypt is a significant cultural hub for Africa, with rich oral traditions that have been preserved through literature and inscriptions. A comparative textual analysis of selected creation myth texts will be conducted, employing thematic coding to identify recurring motifs and patterns across different cultural groups. Themes such as the role of water and fire in creation are consistently observed throughout several cultures, indicating a broader African influence on Egyptian myths rather than isolated local traditions. The analysis suggests that while individual cultures have distinct mythologies, they also share common archetypes and motifs, reflecting the interconnectedness of African cultural narratives. Further research should focus on intercultural dialogue to better understand these shared themes and their implications for contemporary society.

How to Cite

Ahmed El-Aziz (2000). Comparative Analysis of Creation Myths across African Cultures in Egypt. African Literature and Language Studies, Vol. 2000 No. 1 (2000). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18717735

Keywords

African geographycomparative analysisoral traditionscosmologymythographycultural studieshistoriography

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