Max Müller (philosopher)

Max Müller was a 19th-century scholar and philosopher known for his work on religion, language, and mythology. He studied ancient texts and believed that understanding early religions and languages sheds light on human history and spiritual development. Müller emphasized that myths and religious stories reveal universal human concerns and values, rather than literal truths. His work helped lay the groundwork for comparative religion and linguistic studies, encouraging a respectful and analytical approach to diverse cultural beliefs. Overall, Müller sought to understand how ancient peoples expressed their understanding of the world and their place in it through stories and language.