Joseph Campbell and myth?

Question

What is the significance of myth in the works of Joseph Campbell?

How does he apply myth to what he says?

Answer 1

Significance = A meaning that is not expressly stated but can be inferred

In studying JC you find an explanation of many myths

specifically expressed.

If you are new to JC---

The Power of Myth TV Program with Bill Moyers is outstanding, the script is available in book form.

The Hero With A Thousand Faces is his classical work on myth.

The Mask of God Series is a world preview of myth.

Answer 2

His intuitiveness in the matter of the journey of self, that we all take not only as we grow in a natural world, but also our spiritual nature, can be found in links to our past, our human ancestors who lived, and left us guidance in these myths.   Signposts along our journey of life.  He usually takes a single thread, like the hero myths, and shows how choices made lead to a tapestry, one that reflects that hero's life.

Answer 3

He was a professor of mythology.  He dedicated his life to the subject.