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March 1, 20260 citationsOpen Access

Comparative Analysis of Creation Myths Across Ethiopian Cultures

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WGWolde GebreFGFikadu GirmayYDYonas Desta

Key Points

  • This research aims to examine and compare creation myths across different Ethiopian cultures.
  • Qualitative content analysis of texts from Amharic, Oromo, Tigrinya, and Somali traditions.
  • Examination of motifs and themes within the creation myths.
  • Comparative analysis to identify commonalities among cultural groups.
  • Water is identified as a predominant motif in all examined creation myths.
  • Significant thematic convergence is noted among the cultural groups studied.
  • Findings contribute to understanding Ethiopian cultural diversity and its narrative traditions.

Abstract

Creation myths are a fundamental aspect of Ethiopian cultures, reflecting deep-rooted beliefs about the origins and nature of the universe. A qualitative content analysis approach will be employed to examine texts from various cultures in Ethiopia, including Amharic, Oromo, Tigrinya, and Somali traditions. The study reveals a predominance of water as a motif across all examined creation myths, indicating a significant thematic convergence among the cultural groups studied. This research contributes to the understanding of Ethiopian cultural diversity by highlighting recurring themes in creation narratives. Future studies could explore the historical and geographical influences on these creation myths within Ethiopia's diverse regions. Creation Myths, Ethiopian Cultures, Comparative Analysis

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Gebre et al. (2004) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69a3d8d8ec16d51705d30045https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18796014
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