Abrahamic mythology is a general term for the myths and folklore of the Abrahamic religions.
The mythos first appeared between 4-5 kyr ago. Most scholars believe it was influenced by earlier religions, primarily from Chaldean mythology, as well as other sources such as Zoroastrianism. While this is the view currently held by a majority of researchers, such was not the case before the secularization of academia.
Theologicans tend to agree that the mythology, while originally based in true historical events, has taken on a mythic and allegorical character and is no longer a completely accurate historical account. These theologians often disagree as to which aspects of the mythology have remained most in keeping with the historical events that supposedly inspired them. Secular researchers point out that Sumerian myths of far greater antiquity bare many resemblances and similarities to the later Abrahamic myths, and believe that it is likely that the two are related. Contrary to this, many adherents believe that Abrahamic mythology was the first of all religions. See creationism for more information on this viewpoint.
Many adherents deny any connection with earlier Pagan religions, and believe the scholarly consensus to be a critical view held by atheistic and agnostic researchers who are attempting to disprove their belief system. Most researchers, however, do not study in this field with the aim of disprooving one faith or another.
Abrahamic mythology includes (but is not limited to):
Closely related, but distinct from Abrahamic mythology are:
Religions whose mythologies represent a blend of Abrahamic and Pagan myths include:
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