Societal myths are not maintained necessarily by intellectual reasoning

 

“Herzberg argues that societal myths are not maintained necessarily by intellectual reasoning, but rather by the emotional support and sense of stability they can provide. This assumes that human nature is neither static nor universal, but collectively formulated within discrete pockets, reflecting “the social orders people inhabit” (Bakan). Myths are thus very significant: first, in terms of the ideological support, they offer the frameworks and actions of a society; and, second, for the reciprocal, emotive attachment adherent individuals have for them. They provide a unified synergy of internal reasoning and meaning, regardless of any external logical inconsistencies they may bear, for the human agent as they navigate the world around them.”