MYTH

Daedalus and Icarus.Interesting! This Greek mythology really attracts my interest and curiosity to know more about the history behind it. Basically, the main idea is on how Daedalus alters the law of nature to escape from Crete. However, the story that engages me to further reading is the stories of how he has gone to Crete. Different books or sources tell different stories. Some says, Daedalus is asked by Minos to build a maze to hide a monster. It is the child of the queen and her love affair. Thus, Minos wants to hide his shame. Yet after that, Minos does not give Daedalus any passage to go back to his country. The other says, Daedalus is invited to build a palace for Minos, where he can hide his treasures from his enemies. However, being afraid that Daedalus might reveal his secret, Minos imprisons him. In addition, the monster which is a half man and half bull lives there to look after the treasures. So, which one is the truth? Love affair or treasures? Anyhow, it is just a myth. Don’t worry.Overall, this story exposes me to the intelligence and skills of the Athenians. Also, at that period, people do believe that unusual or extraordinary creatures are Gods. In fact, from this story I learn about impermanence and nothingness. Nothing can last. Nothing is forever. No matter how great or powerful one thing is, it will eventually fade and become empty, or nothing. In short, this myth “Daedalus and Icarus” is inviting, exciting and aspiring. Well done.