Assignment 3: Ways of Knowing: Myth

1. On your own, read Cunningham, chapter 4: "The Language of the Sacred"; "Sun Mother Wakes the World" in the World Religions Reader; and Genesis, chapters 1-2 (I have posted links to two online Bibles if you do not have one).

2. Summarize the important points made by Cunningham. How does myth constitute a "way of knowing"? According to Cunningham, what kind of knowledge does myth impart?

3. With your study partner, discuss and compare the two creation myths. In what ways are these myths "vehicles for disclosure"? What do they disclose? How does each explain the relationship between the divine and human realms? Do Cunningham's theories help you understand them better? Why or why not (be specific)?

4. Write up the results of your discussion in a 1-2 page typed paper. Additionally, come to class prepared to talk about one or two points from your discussion.