Mythological Motifs in Paradise Lost

Abstract

John Milton's "Lost Paradise" is an important work that combined Christian theology with classical mythology, creating a complex story about human destruction. This article examines the role of mythological motifs in epics and focuses on the integration of classical mythology with biblical themes. The main mythological images in the dastan, such as Satan, Moloch, Mammon, and Belial, are analyzed in connection with mythological images. These motifs not only deepen the story's explorations of free will, rebellion, and freedom, but also provide an eternal reflection on the nature of good and evil. Through the synthesis of religious and mythological traditions, Milton presents a rich, multifaceted picture of the cosmic struggle between divine order and chaos.