Морально-етичні та світоглядні принципи міфології

The article examines the moral and ethical and philosophical principles of mythology. Understanding its philosophical and historical meaning will help to better understand the characteristics and values of different cultures. Despite their antiquity, myths resonate in the modern world. They reflect the values and beliefs of different peoples and eras, and their careful study helps us to better understand ourselves and others. The philosophical aspects of mythology include the analysis of how myths reflect and shape the worldview and values of the societies that created them. Through myths, we can trace the evolution of human thinking from irrational to rational, from magical to scientific worldviews. Myths serve as ‘markers’ of time and place, reflecting the worldview, ethical standards, and social structures of a particular era and culture. They help to identify what values were important to a society, how that society saw its place in the world, and how it tried to explain natural and social phenomena. The study of mythology helps reveal how historical events and socio-cultural changes affect the evolution of mythological ideas and are reflected in mythological stories. This is important for understanding the processes of cultural and intellectual development in society. The study of mythology also helps identify common themes and moral principles underlying various mythological systems, which may indicate the universality of some aspects of human experience and values. Mythology acts as an important source for the study of cultural, philosophical, and historical aspects of society and contributes to the expansion of our understanding of human nature and its history