Greek Mythology and

Saipan Legends on
Creationism
RIGGZ AWIT

What is Creationism?

Creationism is the belief that the world was created by a divine being.

In Greek mythology, the world was created by a single god who felt
lonely.

In Saipan legends, the world was created by two siblings who offered
their life before the end of their existence.

Literature Review

Using google scholar allowed the researcher to find materials on

creationism which have different perceptions by authors and readers.

Books such as Marianas Island Legends: Myth and Magic and Tales
and Legends fom Micronesia provided mini stories that tell different
legends of the past that have been passed down from generation to
generation.

For example, Puntan and Fuuna who were siblings, used themselves to
create Earth using their own body.

Primary and Secondary Questions

Primary Research Question:

What are the differences and similarities between Greek Mythology and
Saipan Legends Relating to Creationism?

Secondary Question:

What are current Saipan residents perspectives on beliefs or opinions

on creationism?

Methodology

Used a pilot survey, interview, and questionnaires.

Pilot survey was used to gather general knowledge on Greek

mythology, Saipan legends, and creationism.

Interviews were conducted with two NMC teachers who gave brief
answers and opinions on creationism and what the believe.

Questionnaires were distributed to gather detailed information on

creationism determining how they perceived life and death between
different cultures.

Analysis

Most of the participants that answered the survey either had little to no
knowledge in greek mythology, Saipan legends, or creationism.

Some of the knowledge that most of the students knew were common
stories that are still told such as Greek gods and goddesses or ancient
spirits through the CNMI.

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