RE: [ENG-SPN] Of Caves, Myths, Legends, and Traditions / De cuevas, mitos, leyendas y tradiciones
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The parallels between the Cuélebre in Asturias and the dragon tales of Northern Europe were especially interesting—it really shows how cultures share common threads in their storytelling.
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Exactly. In reality, the figure of the dragon or the great serpent can be said to be a universal myth, spread throughout the world, albeit with some differences: in the East, the dragon represents prosperity, good luck, and kindness; however, in the West, it's the opposite. In fact, Tolkien used it in his works as a true predator: his dragon, Smaug, was murderous, a destroyer of peoples, and above all, greedy. But it's interesting to observe how a myth can be distorted or interpreted differently, even though its roots are the same. Thank you very much for your comment, and best regards.
You explained that so well! 🙌 It’s really fascinating how the same myth can take on such different meanings depending on the culture—like a mirror reflecting the values and fears of each society. The contrast between the Eastern dragon as a symbol of luck and the Western dragon as a symbol of greed and destruction says so much about worldviews. I think that’s what makes myths so timeless—they adapt, yet their essence connects us all. Thanks again for sharing your insights!