The concept of “Mytho-theology” in the context of prephilosophical tradition

Abstract

The paper analyzes the concept of “mytho-theology” in the works of V.A. Tobin and methodological aspects of its application to the problem of the genesis of philosophy. Special attention is paid to the role and the structural characteristics of the myth in the process of formation of philosophy in the Eastern Mediterranean cultural area. In addition, the issue of the basic characteristics of the pre-philosophy as a special form of spiritual culture of ancient man.