Why do you study mythology

There are tons of reasons for studying mythology. Some people are doing it for fun, others for projects or things of other importance. There is something very simple and basic about mythology that entrances even little kids, because they can understand it. Of course, the most common reason for studying mythology that I hear about is that teachers force you to. I research and study Greek, Roman, Egyptian, and Norse mythology because I am fascinated by the many different versions and events that happen in various myths.