Missing Sun motif
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Missing Sun motif
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The missing Sun motif is a theme in the myths of various cultures. It may have served to explain any of several natural phenomena, including the disappearance of the Sun at night, the shorter days during the winter, or even solar eclipses. Most myths following the motif involve the disappearance of a solar deity, through imprisonment, exile or death. Some other tales are similar, such as the Sumerian story of Inanna's descent into the underworld. These may have parallel themes but do not fit in
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Mythological motif
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Missing_Sun_motif
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2023-11-26T12:16:27Z
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