A sacred narrative that explains the fundamentals of human existence is called a(n):

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A myth is specifically a sacred narrative that explains the fundamentals of human existence, including the origins of the world and humanity, significant events that shape society and culture, and key aspects of human nature and behavior. Legends, parables, religious texts, and rituals may contain mythological elements, but they are not defined by their function as explanatory narratives.

A Sacred Narrative That Explains the Fundamentals of Human Existence