American Floods: Crash Course World Mythology

The video explores flood myths from the Americas, focusing on the Inca, Mayan, and Aztec cultures. It discusses how these myths reflect the imperfections of humanity and the gods, comparing them to other global flood myths like those in Gilgamesh and the Bible. The video highlights the recurring theme of divine punishment through floods and the cultural values of loyalty versus independence. It concludes with a reflection on the nature of creation and the human condition.

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