Serpents and Dragons: Crash Course World Mythology #38

The video explores the mythology of dragons and serpents across various cultures. It begins with the role of snakes in myths, highlighting their transformation into dragons. The narrative covers dragons in Western mythology, including Babylonian, Persian, Welsh, and English stories, where dragons are often seen as monstrous. In contrast, Asian myths, particularly Chinese and Japanese, depict dragons as powerful yet benign creatures associated with water and rain. The video concludes by comparing Eastern and Western dragon myths, emphasizing the cultural differences in their portrayal.

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