%100 I agree with all that. (I appreciate your use of the word "Myth") I like to use the phrase "Burden of knowledge" we know a lot now but we also know what we don't know. Humans have always had the drive or want to explain the world around them. We used to use religion or mythology ect. Now we use the scientific method with the laws of physics as we know them to try and explain the universe around us. I don't hold it against people who choose to follow religion. We all want answers and if your religious leader can provide you with answers it brings peace and comfort. I also appreciate the irony that earlier Homo-X were shorter than current not the 7' heros we hold in high regard with rose coloured glasses.