μῦθοι Mythoi
Motif

Breaking forth of springs partial cause of Flood.

Mythological motifs. · Topographical features of the earth. · Water features. · Origin of other bodies of water. · view the constellation · filed as A941.6

Filed across the traditions
  • Irish myth Cross
  • 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.) Springs originate from tears. (Cf. A901, A911.) 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 Springs from beneath magic (holy) object

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