Myths and Identities in Macedonian Society

The paper deals with the impact of national myths on the political culture and behavior of the popu­lation, having Republic of Macedonia as the case for analysis. The theoretical framework includes different viewpoints about the role and function of myths in vari­ous types of political regimes: from strengthening the cohesion of a nation to their abuse in political propaganda. The case of Macedonia is analyzed through research data gathered by the authors in the past decade. The transmission and creation of myths in Macedonian society have proven to have an important role in the political mobilization and creation of the political culture. This example is chosen due to the specific history and present composition of the country (regarding the ethnic and religious background of its citizens). Therefore, the function of the national mythology is specific as well, influencing a great deal, as the authors conclude, the dominant political values in the society