Mythology

Mythology

The term mythology can refer to either the study of myths, or to a body of myths. Comparative mythology is the study of connections between myths from different cultures. In the study of folklore, a myth is a sacred narrative explaining how the world and humankind came to be in their present form. Many scholars in other fields use the term "myth" in somewhat different ways. In a very broad sense, the word can refer to any traditional story.

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lilim

Anthropology; Mythology

Low ranking demons similar to succubi. They are a race borne from Lilith and Samael.

Longinus

Anthropology; Mythology

The Roman soldier who pierced Jesus with lancea, the holy spear, while he was being crucified. The fate of Longinus after this act is up for much debate. Some texts say that he was ostracised to a ...

Mammon

Anthropology; Mythology

A deification of greed and materialism as described by Luke and Matthew in the bible. Also one of the seven princes of hell, representing the deadly sin of greed.

Melchizedek

Anthropology; Mythology

An angel of Gnosticism, possibly also a King or a priest. He is only referenced in the book of Genesis.

Metatron

Anthropology; Mythology

The highest being in heaven other than YHVH, Metatron acts as the voice of God. One million mouths cover his body, each one speaking a different language. Metatron is often depicted as a mysterious ...

Moloch

Anthropology; Mythology

Appears in the Christian old testament as a pagan god of the Israelites, whom Moses forbade them to worship.

Raguel

Anthropology; Mythology

The archangel of justice, fairness and harmony. Not mentioned by name in the canonical texts of Judaism but featured in the Book of Enoch, and believed to be referenced several times in the Book of ...