As soon as people became aware of their own mortality, writes Karen Armstrong, they created stories that gave their lives meaning, explained their relationship to the spiritual world, and instructed ...

Throughout history, humans have created myths and legends to make sense of the world around them. Most of the time, that’s exactly what they remain—myths and legends, fascinating but ultimately untrue ...

Even in an age of smart devices and fact-checking apps, we still fly across oceans to kiss ancient stones, toss coins into fountains, or whisper wishes into enchanted wells. Why? Because myths offer ...