This course explores major mythologies from Asia, including traditions from India, China, Japan, Iran, and Southeast Asia.

These myths often convey cosmological, ethical, and philosophical themes, reflecting the cultural, religious, and environmental structures of their societies.

Students will study archetypes, symbols, and the role of myth in shaping literature, art, and cultural identity.

From the Mahabharata and Ramayana to Zoroastrian, Buddhist, and Chinese legends, each narrative is analyzed to uncover its multiple layers of meaning.

The course also examines how these ancient myths continue to influence modern Asian culture through film, animation, and visual arts.

It provides a space to identify shared roots across cultures and to appreciate the unique expressions of each civilization.