The parallels between the Cuélebre in Asturias and the dragon tales of Northern Europe were especially interesting—it really shows how cultures share common threads in their storytelling.
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The parallels between the Cuélebre in Asturias and the dragon tales of Northern Europe were especially interesting—it really shows how cultures share common threads in their storytelling.
Exactly. In reality, the figure of the dragon or the great serpent can be said to be a universal myth, spread throughout the world, albeit with some differences: in the East, the dragon represents prosperity, good luck, and kindness; however, in the West, it's the opposite. In fact, Tolkien used it in his works as a true predator: his dragon, Smaug, was murderous, a destroyer of peoples, and above all, greedy. But it's interesting to observe how a myth can be distorted or interpreted differently, even though its roots are the same. Thank you very much for your comment, and best regards.
You explained that so well! 🙌 It’s really fascinating how the same myth can take on such different meanings depending on the culture—like a mirror reflecting the values and fears of each society. The contrast between the Eastern dragon as a symbol of luck and the Western dragon as a symbol of greed and destruction says so much about worldviews. I think that’s what makes myths so timeless—they adapt, yet their essence connects us all. Thanks again for sharing your insights!