μῦθοι Mythoi
Motif

Springs originate from tears. (Cf. A901, A911.)

Mythological motifs. · Topographical features of the earth. · Water features. · Origin of other bodies of water. · view the constellation · filed as A941.2

Filed across the traditions
  • Greek Fox 41
  • Jewish Neuman.
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Filed under Origin of springs.

Filed beside it
Origin of a particular spring Springs originate from horse's hoof-prints. (Cf. A901.) Spring from striking earth with sword Spring breaks forth to commemorate experiences of hero (deity). (Cf. A901, A913.1, A920.1.4.) Spring breaks forth through power of saint Breaking forth of springs partial cause of Flood Springs from beneath magic (holy) object
Travels with (Thompson’s cf.)
Topographical features caused by experiences of primitive hero (demigod, deity). Footprints of the gods, thoroughfares of heroes, etc Bodies of water from tears. (Cf. A901, A920.1.5, A941.2, A1012.)

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