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euhemerism

Noun

Meaning

The theory, held by Euhemerus, that the gods of mythology were but deified mortals, and their deeds only the amplification in imagination of human acts.

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reason enlightenment historical explanation demonstration illustration illumination exposition rationale simplification clarification rationalism exegesis theory elucidation
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enigma problem difficulty disorder confusion doubt
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Euhemerism, as stated earlier, refers to the rationalization of myths, putting themes formerly imbued with mythological qualities into pragmatic contexts. Source: Internet

Origins Palmyrenian relief Louvre Euhemerism main seeAlso One theory claims myths are distorted accounts of real historical events. Source: Internet

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