Unraveling the Myths at Glastonbury Josh Gates' "Expedition Unknown" takes viewers on a journey through Summerset County into the mysteries of Glastonbury, diving into narratives surrounding the Celts, Joseph of Arimathea, the Holy Grail, Avalon, and King Arthur. Gates' short narrative explores Glastonbury and examines its common stories to figure out if they are justified true beliefs or are just legends. Justified true belief is a classic theory in philosophy that defines knowledge. It states that for something to be considered knowledge, it must have solid evidence promoting it. Glastonbury's historical significance is highlighted by its association with figures such as Joseph of Arimathea which claim to lead to the presence of early Christian artifacts at Glastonbury Abbey. These connections to early Christianity provide a …show more content…
Arthurian stories refer to the legends and myths surrounding King Arthur, a legendary British king who, according to medieval tales, led the defense of Britain against Saxon invaders in the late 5th and early 6th centuries. In reality, Authur was only a warrior chief. He is wounded and goes to the island of Avalon until his death, which people believe is the torr submerged underwater. In 1191 monks at the abbey say they have found a cross with Arthur and his wife Guinevere’s bone, but in 1534 King Henry VIII breaks England from the church and destroys all monasteries including Glastonbury so any evidence there may have been was demolished. In Gates's research into Glastonbury narratives, there are areas where his presentation could benefit from greater clarity. One critique relates to the need for a better understanding of the cultural factors that have shaped Glastonbury's mythology. Exploring Roman influence during Julius Caesar and Emperor Claudius’s invasions could have provided Gates with a deeper understanding of Glastonbury's history, which was reflected in the myths he