The Problem of Evil for Ethical Monotheism: A Philosophical Inquiry
How can one God be good and powerful, yet allow evil? Explore the origin, nature, purpose, and meaning of evil from ethical monotheism perspectives.
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Fallen Angels: A Mythological Exploration of the Origins of Evil
Explore the origins and meanings of the fallen angels myths in Judeo-Christian tradition and their implications for the problem of evil.
Asmodeus: The Demon of Lust and Wrath
Learn about Asmodeus, a demon of wrath, lust, and deception, who appears in various religious and literary sources, such as Zoroastrianism, the book of Tobit, Paradise Lost, and The Magus. Discover his origins, features, functions, and influence on art and culture.
Pazuzu: How an Ancient Wind Demon Became a Horror Icon
Learn about Pazuzu, the ancient Mesopotamian demon of the wind, who fights evil with evil. Discover his origin, iconography, role, and function in the Near Eastern mythology and culture, and his influence in modern media and horror stories.
The Combat Myth in the Ancient Near East & the Biblical Tradition
The article explores the combat myth, a theme of cosmic conflict between a heroic god and a monstrous enemy, in the ancient Near East and the biblical tradition.
Assyrian & Babylonian Demonology: Evil Spirits in Ancient Mesopotamia
Discover how the Babylonians and Assyrians feared and interacted with five types of evil beings: the udug/utukku, the edimmu, the asag/asakku, the alu, and the lilu. Find out their origins, characteristics, functions, and representations in ancient texts and myths.
Abaddon (Apollyon): From a Place of Destruction to a Demonic Being
Abaddon, the "place of destruction" is synonymous with Sheol in Proverbs and Job. In later writings, Abaddon is personified as the king of the abyss who can command an army of locusts to torment men.
Harpies: The Snatchers of Greek Mythology
The Harpies, called "the hounds of Zeus," were a group of feminine creatures with beaks and claws.