Crash Course Mythology: Creation of the Universe

Front

What is the Latin phrase used to describe creation out of nothing?

Back

Ex nihilo

Front

Which book contains the ex nihilo creation story best known in the West?

Back

The Book of Genesis

Front

In the Egyptian creation myth, what rises from the primeval waters?

Back

The sun

Front

Who is the Greek god of technology mentioned in the text?

Back

Hephaestus

Front

What is the primal void or state of uniform non-differentiation called?

Back

Chaos

Front

Who is the god that visits Sa in the Kono creation myth?

Back

Alatangana

Front

In the Kono myth, what does Sa create first?

Back

An endless mud sea

Front

What is the name of the Mayan creation story recorded in the text?

Back

The Papal Vuh

Front

In the Mayan creation myth, who are the two main creators?

Back

The Maker and the feathered serpent

Front

What is the first thing created in the Mayan myth?

Back

Earth