A myth is a traditional, typically ancient story dealing with supernatural beings, ancestors, or heroes that serves as a fundamental type in the worldview of a people. A myth may explain aspects of the natural world or delineate the psychology, customs, or ideals of society
mythology
a body or collection of myths belonging to a people and addressing their origin, history, deities, ancestors, and heroes
Plots and conspiracies are described in Ancient Egyptian mythology and throughout the history of Egypt. The rule of Egypt has sometimes been transferred from one dynasty to another by violent overthrow, or complicated family relationships. Some Egyptian rulers could trust no one.
Amenemhet the First and Ramesses the Third were victims of harem conspiracies, where secondary wives plotted to murder the king and install their own sons as rulers.
