6 Most Evil Demons in Popular Culture
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3. Asmodeus
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Asmodeus is the king of the demons mentioned in Tobit's book. Asmodeus has also been mentioned in several Talmudic legends, including the story of the construction of the Temple of Solomon. This one devil is often described as the embodiment of lust, one of the seven deadly sins. His appearance is described as having the shape of three heads.
The first head is a bull, the second is human-like, and the third is a ram. Then, he also has a snake-shaped tail and a mouth of fire. People who are tempted by these demons will be punished forever in the second level of hell, namely hell related to sexual sins and dirty thoughts.
4. Demonic Behemoth
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Behemoth is a scary demon that is often said in various mythological histories. The name itself has a very strong meaning. According to a teaching, this Behemoth is a monster that rules the land.
He said to have lived in an unseen desert east of the Garden of Eden. It is also said that when the Day of Judgment arrives, this figure will be present and then fight against God and his people.
5. Astaroth
Astaroth is often be depicted as a demon wearing a crown, holding a poisonous snake in one hand, and riding a dragon-winged beast with a snake's tail. Astaroth is often dubbed the Crowned Prince of Hell. He is seen as the god of passion by a tribe.
Meanwhile, in another story, Astaroth called the first rank noble in hell. In modern times, along with Beelzebub, he represents laziness in the demon that causes deadly sin. As a demon, Astaroth will tempt and draw humans into endless torment. However, it will give magical powers to people.
6. Azazel
Azazel or known as the demon of hell. It’s often associated with darkness and dryness in the desert. Azazel is even called a demon who makes evil in the world, until finally the flood comes to clean up the evil. However, some sources say that Azazel is an angel who gives knowledge.
