Here are 10 oldest mythologies in the world, each with its own unique pantheon of gods.
Sumerian mythology (5000 BCE)
Originating in ancient Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq) around 5000 BCE, Sumerian mythology is one of the oldest recorded mythologies in the world.
Egyptian mythology (3000 BCE)
It is an ancient body of beliefs and stories that developed over thousands of years in ancient Egypt, dating back to around 3000 BCE.
Babylonian mythology (1894 BCE – 539 BCE)
It is an ancient body of beliefs and stories that developed over thousands of years in ancient Egypt, dating back to around 3000 BCE.
Hindu mythology (1500 BCE – 500 CE)
It is a collection of stories, beliefs, and traditions originating from ancient India, dating back to 1500 BCE to 500 CE.
Norse mythology (13th century CE)
Norse mythology refers to the pre-Christian belief system, myths, and legends of the Scandinavian people, primarily from the 13th century CE.
Greek mythology (8th century BCE)
It is a collection of ancient Greek myths, religious beliefs, and rituals that were practiced by the ancient Greeks.
Celtic mythology (5th century BCE)
Celtic mythology is a collection of myths and legends originating from the Celtic-speaking people of ancient Ireland, Scotland, Wales, and Gaul.
Slavic mythology (10th century CE)
It is a collection of myths, legends, and beliefs originating from the Slavic-speaking people of Eastern Europe, including Russia, Ukraine, and Poland.
Japanese mythology (7th century CE)
Japanese mythology refers to the collection of myths, legends, and folktales from Japan, dating back to the 7th century CE.
Mayan mythology (2000 BCE – 1697 CE)
The Mayan civilization, which existed in present-day Mexico and Central America from 2000 BCE to 1697 CE.