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Religion and Craft have nothing to do with Blood.

These are things that are CHOICES you make for yourself, and have nothing to do with whether or not your Grandma did it before you, or if someone 100 years ago that you happened to be related to did it before you.

You chose witchcraft, you chose your religion. Even if it’s the one you were raised in or not, there was a moment in your life when you CHOSE to believe this. Yes it may feel like “it called me.” But you chose to listen to that.

There are things we don’t get to choose, but this was always a choice. Maybe it was cultural, and you were raised with or around it. Maybe it was found while trying to find a culture you were ripped away from. Maybe it’s something you are disconnected from completely but (hopefully) through genuine care and effort and respect of the culture, you’ve found it. But you still chose it.

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Hail Sòl

Hail to the Bringer of Light Hail to the Radiant One Hail to the Joy of Glenr Bless and walk with us this day

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during a time where deity worship and religion in the witchcraft community is prevalent, i would like to remind both new and seasoned practitioners alike that you do not have to worship deities or work with them in your magical practice if you do not want to - it is not a requirement ♡

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Other people may not have noticed the way that certain people are slowly giving the gods more eurocentric features in their art, but rest assured. I do. I see the way that noses are becoming thin and straight. I see it.

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Thor

Protector of Miðgarðr, Son of Alfǫðr

Þórr is the main deity I worship. When I first started down the path of Norse polytheism, I was initially interested in working with Odin and Hel. Imagine my surprise when I feel an intense pull towards The Chariot Rider himself!

It shouldn't have surprised me, though. I've always had a love of and fascination with thunderstorms. Listening to the rolling thunder, watching the lightning flash in the grey skies, it's always been so calming to me. I also work a blue collar job, and Thor is the god of the working people.

One particularly intense experience I had with Hlóriði I recall clearly. I had poured a glass of mead and stepped out onto my porch as a thunderstorm was rolling in. It hadn't yet begun to rain, but it was close. As I raised my glass of mead to the sky, a toast to the Mighty Wielder of Mjölnir, lightning flashed so clearly in the sky behind my glass. It was a profound moment that I felt in my very bones, and will carry with me for the rest of my life.

The only statue I have on my altar (so far!) Is of Thor, a recreation of the famous Eyrarland Statue. When I sacrifice to him during a blót, my go-to offering is the classic mead, a time-honored and well-recieved drink for The Thunderer. I'll also occasionally offer an energy drink to him, something I've found he is very fond of (almost as much as mead!)

For music, I feel he is especially fond of metal, power metal in particular. "Raise Your Hammer" by All For Metal, and "Giantslayer" and "Son of Odin" by Brothers of Metal are a few specific songs I'll sing in devotion to him. Regarding food offerings... Meat! The redder the better. Goat and boar are top tier offerings, with beef a close second. Anything hearty and filling works great, though!

I often ask for his help when I need strength, either physical or mental. Whether I need a burst of strength to accomplish a task at work, or need the strength the strength to endure when my chronic pain flairs up, or the strength to get through my anxiety, he's always there. That's one of the many great things about Vingþórr: when you call for him, he is there, always.

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Höner/Hönir/Hœnir/Honir or how ever you spell it, is a mysterius god indeed.

Asir god of the kults rites and festive times, god of birds and most of them the stork. Hes Life giver and he who walks on the muddy lands between.

Hes rather passive and full of a mysterius nature. Hes described as tall, with long legs. Fitting sense hes also called "the fast asir". All tho hes said to be also build rather big but still handsome. All tho by some called the most timid and easy scared of the gods. Rarely chosing the sword. Maybe thats for his favor sense he is fated to survive Ragnarök.

Hes name may be related to the the old german hehōniaz and the old Greek cognate κύκνος 'swan' and Sanskrit शकुन (śakuna) 'bird of omen', this support that Hœnir was connected with the stork. This is strengthen with his epithets "langifótr" (Long-legs) and "aurkonungr" (mud-king).

Hönir, One of the first, one of the old gods. He who some say walked the beach ones and gave reason, energi and viability to humans.

Hes a wanderer who went on manny adventures with Odin and Loki in the early days of the world, before asgards great walls was built.

In Loka Táttur, Odin him and Loki try to save a young lad from a giant, Odin turn the boy in to a grain but fails, then Hönir summons great swans and turn the boy in to a feather on the swans head, but failes to hide him, leaving it to Loki to save him, but thats a story for a nother time.

After the asir and vanir war, he and Mimir was seent to Vanaheim as a prisoner of war, ambassador and king. All tho when the Vanir noticed hes wisdom was laking and indecisive when ever Mimir was not with him they killed Mimir and cut of his head, that Odin later brought back to life. What happend to Hönir after that is unknown, perhaps he stayed in Vanaheim, or returned to Asagard or perhaps he went back to wondering the muddy beaches again.

Who knows, but as the birds return for spring, i cant help but to think about this great god of mysterys.

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your okay to doubt your practice. your okay to overthink your practice. your okay to stress over your practice. but you know what? your safe and the gods dont hate you.

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What the deity Hermes feels like to me! :)

(Aka, his energy profile from my empathic prospective.)

I thought this might help some people that can't feel energies connect with him better, hope it helps!

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Now that this project has been delivered to its recipient, I can brag about it online a little.

I made this Elizabethan petal hussif for a friend who received an award for her historical costuming work. Hussifs were often used as sewing kits with spots for all of the notions you need for a project. Wives would send them with their husbands to war with extra uniform buttons and repair supplies. This one has an inner pouch area that can fit a small project or pieces thereof.

My friend likes owls, pomegranates, blurple, and starlight. Hopefully this mashup harmonizes nicely. I worked almost entirely from scraps already in my stash.

I self drafted the pattern, but it's approximated from this write up and Sheila Marshall's book "Elizabethan Needlework Accessories". My library didn't have the book, so I relied on Google images.

This little owl friend is a needle minder by greennerddesigns on Etsy. I chopped up a pin and stuck a magnet on there.

The lucette braided cord nearly thwarted me, but we got there in the end. I opted for fancy silk ribbon for the inner pouch instead. I swear lucette gave me arthritis.

I'm still pretty new to embroidery, so this was a real level up project for me. I used wool felt for the leaves and pomegranates to give them a little dimensionality (and to better hide any satin stitch sins) TIL, embroidering velveteen sucks.

The pomegranates are so crunchy! I fondled them frequently throughout the making of this. But the lattice stitch with tiny gold details is my favorite part.

The laurels are a symbol of the award she's receiving. I don't love how they turned out, but they hold up okay from a distance.

Blue beads are from my local embroidery shop, Country Crafts. Silver loops came from my stash. Owl scissors from onethriftystitcher on Etsy. Wool pieces are from my local wool store Black Sheep Wool.

Overall, I have some improvements to make if I ever do another one, but after some 100 hours of work poured into this little guy, I couldn't be more proud of myself. I hope she loves it and uses it until it falls apart.

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A compilation of demons by alphabetical order

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Aaba: feminine demon, with an irresistible beauty, she has the power to seduce anyone if she so desires. Curiously, she doesn't like bloodshed.

Aamon: one of the three demons in the service of Satanaquia and commander of the first legion of hell. A demon who appears with the head of a wolf, the tail of a serpent, and always emitting fire.

Aym, Ain, Aini: He is a duke of great power. He appears in the form of a man of notable stature, but with three heads: the first like a serpent, the second like a man with two stars on his forehead, and the third like a calf. He travels on a viper, carrying a brand in his hand. He makes man witty in every way and gives truthful answers on confidential matters. He commands 26 legions of spirits.

Abaddon: (Hebrew) The god Apollo was the sun god of the sky by day and the Lord of Death in the underworld by night. His final form became the Jewish Appolyon, Spirit of the Pit (Revelation 9:11). Apollo-Phyton was the serpent deity at the Well of the Oracle of Delphi who inspired the seers with mystical vapors from his underworld. Abaton was the Greek word for pit, which the Hebrews changed to Abaddon, which later became synonymous with the Christian hell.

Described in the New Testament (Book of Revelation) as the angel-king of the Abyss, a place of destruction. His name means "destruction" or "perdition" in Hebrew. He rules over a horde of locust-like demons that emerge from the Abyss to torment people in the end times. He is the demon of pestilence, destruction, and death.

Abassay: (African) Evil twin or imp, in the Tupi language among the Black tribes of western Africa, in the territories of former French Africa, he was considered the god who populated the world. In Blaisse Pendars's Anthologie nègre, it is said that Abassi, seated on his throne, created all things, superior and inferior, throughout the world. All men inhabited heaven, while there were no men on Earth. At the request of Altair, a divine entity of the Black tribes of former French West Africa, he caused men to inhabit the Earth.

Abduxuel: (Enochian) One of the demonic commanders of the lunar mansions.

Abigor: (Unknown) A demon who commanded 60 infernal legions on his winged horse. He had the ability to foresee the future and was knowledgeable in all the secrets of warfare. He always carried a spear, standard, or scepter. Weyer says he's a Grand Duke of Hell. He often appears in a pleasant form.

Abraxas: They believed the name held great mysteries, as it was formed by seven Greek letters that, when computed numerically, yielded 365, the number of days in a year. It was also believed that Abraxas commanded 365 gods, each possessing a virtue, thus having a virtue for each day of the year.

Old mythologists place Abraxas among the Egyptian gods, while some demonologists say he is a demon with the head of a king and serpents for feet. Many stones and gems were cut with his elaborate and eccentric symbolic markings, such as the human body with the head of a bird or a lion, and snakes for limbs. All were used by the Basilideans as amulets. It is worth noting that their favorite amulet bore the number 365. Later, Gnostic symbols were adopted by many societies devoted to magical and alchemical practices. It is quite likely that the vast majority of abraxas stones containing kabbalistic symbols were made in the Middle Ages and were talismans.

Abramelech (Adramalech): (Sumerian) Considered president of the High Council of Devils, great chancellor of Hell, and overseer of the Devil's wardrobe. He was always represented in the form of a mule, with a human torso and a peacock's tail. In Assyria, where he was worshipped, children were burned on his altars.

Aclahayr: (Unknown) Of the fourth horde of the Nuctemerons. The spirit of genius.

Adad, Addu: (Babylonian, Hihitite) god of the storm.

Aeshma, Aesma: (Persian) One of the seven archangels of the Persians. Later adopted into Hebrew mythology as Asmodeus. He has been recorded in history for at least the last three thousand years. He is said to be a small, hairy demon capable of making men perform cruel acts. Agaliarept: (Hebrew) commander of armies, according to the grimoire of Pope Honorius he is one of the Australian Generals of hell.

Agaures, Agares: Grand Duke of the western part of Hell, commander of 31 legions of demons, teaching languages, making earthly spirits dance and distracting his enemies, and also considered Lucifer's prime minister. He usually appears as a noble lord, carrying a hawk on his fist, wearing a tunic, riding a horse, and carrying a crocodile. The demon of courage.

Agathodemon: (Egyptian) Greek term for a beneficent demon, who accompanies people throughout their lives. According to legend, Socrates, the great Greek philosopher (468-400 BC), had a similar demon, who always accompanied him.

Agramon: (Unknown) demon of fear.

Agrat-bat-mahlaht: (Unknown) one of Satan's wives and demon of prostitutes. In some versions, she is the mother of Asmodeus, and in others, the wife of Lucifer.

Ahazu-demon: (Unknown) The demon of the possessions of the night.

Ahpuch: Mayan deity of the underworld, death, and darkness, considered the ruler of Xibalba and Metnal. Depicted as a cadaverous figure, he is associated with decay and is feared as the lord who dispenses justice to the souls of the dead and ensures the continuity of the cycle of life and death.

Ahriman: Equal to the spirit of evil, twin brother of Ormuzd, the spirit of Good, in Zoroastrianism.

Alastor: (Unknown) Wierius describes him as the cruel demon called "The Executioner."

Aldinach: (Egyptian) A demon who causes natural disasters (such as floods, hurricanes, earthquakes).

Aligar: (Unknown) One of the three demons at the disposal of Fleretty, the lieutenant general of the legions of hell. He has the power to accomplish desired things and can cause hail to fall. He commands the demons Abigar, Batim, and Tursan.

Alijenu: (Unknown) Spirit of evil. Diabolical spirit.

Aliocer, Allocen: (Unknown) Grand Duke of Hell, powerful commander of 36 infernal legions, with a lion's head, horns, and flaming eyes, and his enormous horse with dragon's hooves.

Allatou: Wife of Nergal, demon chief of the Hellish police, in charge of the so-called Infernal Court. Nergal was Beelzebub's honorary spy. In the Sumerian-Arcadian religion, she was the demon of evil and death. She is a descendant and servant of Eresshkigal, "lady of the great place," queen of the underworld in Sumerian texts. She reigns in her palace, always guarding the source of life. Her family name is Namar, and in the Assyro-Babylonian religion, Allatou is the goddess of the underworld, consort of Bel and, later, of Nergal.

Alrunes: Female demons or sorceresses, mothers of the Huns in ancient Germany. They practiced metamorphosis, assuming any form without changing their sex. The Germans gave this name to small statuettes about 30 centimeters tall. The statues were richly dressed, given comfortable housing, and served food and drink at every meal. It was believed that neglecting the images would bring great bad luck to the house that housed them.

Alu: A Mesopotamian demon with dog-like features, preferring silence and darkness. Some artists have depicted her as having no legs, ears, or mouth.

Aluga, Alougua: A female demon, who was both a succubus and a vampire, accustomed to driving men to exhaustion and then suicide.

Aman: According to the Book of Enoch, a kind of apocalypse from the early days of Christianity, not admitted into the canons of sacred books, he was one of the leaders of the two hundred angels who rebelled against God and promised to recruit vassals in Samiaza.

Amaduscias: Grand Duke of Hell, commanded 30 legions and possessed the head of a unicorn, often appearing in human form. He used to give invisible concerts, making the trees sway to the sound of his voice. Some musical groups, from the so-called "heavy music" movement, adopt him as their patron saint and protector.

Amaimon: One of the 72 spirits of Solomon.

Amducious, Amducias: (Hebrew) The destroyer. Grand Duke of Hell. According to Wierius, a demon of music.

Amon, Ammon, Amaymon, Aamon: (Egyptian) God of the Sun. Very similar to Lucifer, except that he controls reproduction and life.

Amy: One of the 72 spirits of Solomon. Said to be the supreme president of Hell, he exchanges wisdom for the human soul. András: also Marquis of Hell, a demon with the head of an owl, with the naked body of a winged angel, always riding a wolf and brandishing his sword. Couto Magalhães classifies him as the god who protects wild animals from hunting. His figure is that of a white deer with fiery eyes. Barbosa Rodrigues says that in the Amazon, when Anhangá appears in humans, it is always in the form of a deer, red in color, with a cross on its forehead, a fiery gaze, and fur-covered horns. Tupinologists Teodoro Sampaio and Testavim translated the term as "soul," evil spirit, devil, soul of the deceased.

Anamelech, Anomylech: (Assyrian) bearer of bad news. An obscure demon, his name means "The Good King." Some sources say that Anamelech is the goddess of the moon while Andramalech is the sun god.

Andrealphus: One of the 72 spirits of Solomon.

Andromalius: One of the 72 spirits of Solomon.

Anini: One of the 72 spirits of Solomon.

Ansitif: (Unknown) Possessed Sister Barbara at St. Michael and, 1643 during possession of the nuns at Louviers.

Ardat-Lile: (Semitic) a female demon/spirit who marries human beings and brings disorder and chaos into men's homes.

Arioch: (Unk) Demon of vengeance. He only delivers vengeance when called upon.

Arphaxat: (Unk) The demon that possessed Loise de Pinterville during the possession of the nuns of Loundun.

Asper: main enemy of the Sun god in ancient Egypt, being considered the devil himself, the serpent of the night.

Asmodeus: (Hebrew) The Destroyer; he is one of the oldest demons, the father of games, mystery, and wickedness; in demonology, he is the superintendent of the gambling houses in the infernal court. He is usually depicted with three different heads: one of a bull, another of a man with fiery breath, and the third of a ram. He is said to have dethroned Solomon, who eventually defeated him, forcing him to build a temple. His month is November, and Hs is also described as the god of lust, often involved in cases of possession, as in the case of the nuns of Louviers. He developed from Aeshma of Persia. Also known as Chasmoday and Sidonay.

Considered the biblical demon of anger and lust. From the Hebrew Asmoday or Acheneday, he is the chief demon of Shedin, a class of rooster-clawed demons. In Jewish demonology, he is considered the spirit of evil, and his birthplace is the Avesta, the sacred book of the religion of Zoroastrianism.

Astaroth, Ashtaroth: (Phoenicia) Deity of fertility, seduction, and war, married to Baal in some versions. In Christian mythology, she was transformed into a male spirit, and was given the title of a powerful duke and the form of a terrifying angel, mounted on the dragon-beast of hell, with a viper in his right hand.

His nature is extremely cooperative, due to his commercial personality. He governs the passions of gambling, and despite his extremely possessive personality, he will never steal, preferring pacts and commerce. When new laws are proposed, he often gives his opinion. He is also described as the treasurer of hell, the prince of accusers and inquisitors, the demon of vanity and laziness, and one of the 72 spirits of Solomon.

Asura: class of sovereign gods in Vedic mythology, who ended up being considered demons. Enemies of the Devas, deities who represented Good and, in the regions of India, represented all divine beings.

Ayperos: infernal prince, commander of 356 legions, represented as a vulture endowed with the ability to predict the future.

Ayphos: one of the three demons obedient to the wishes of Naberus, field marshal of Hell.

Azazel: demon of Hebrew origin. Leviticus mentions him as the scapegoat, sent into the wilderness. "Casting lots for the two goats, to decide which of them will be sacrificed to the Lord, and which will be the scapegoat." And to spy out the sanctuary from the uncleanness of the children of Israel, from their transgressions against the law, and from all their sins" (Luke 6:8-34). However, his name also refers, in other traditions, to a fallen angel who taught forbidden knowledge and was imprisoned. In some Jewish beliefs, he is a demon, while in other traditions and in demonology, he is seen as a prince of Hell, with links to the sin of Wrath.

Azer: (Persian) The angel of elemental fire. And according to some records, Azer is the name of the father of Zoroaster, the legendary Zend-Avesta, the sacred work of the ancient Persians.

Azidahaka: demon in the religion of Zoroaster, who took the form of a serpent, possessing three fangs.

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Baal: (Hebrew) The origin of Baal is complex and dates back to Upper Mesopotamia, especially Aleppo, where he was initially worshipped as the god Hadu (or Haddu, Hadad, Addu, Adad). During the Middle and Late Bronze Age, his cult spread throughout the Levant. Over time, the epithet "Baal" ("lord") replaced the deity himself, and the new god began to be venerated under different forms and names: Baal-Samen, Baal-Melkart, Baal-Zebub, Baal-Seth, Baal-Berith, among others, reaching Israel and Judah simply as "Baal."

In Semito-Canaanite tradition, Baal was associated with fertility, storms, and harvests, and was considered the supreme deity by the Phoenicians and Carthaginians. Sacrifices were made in his honor to ensure bountiful harvests and protection from enemies. He also represented the periodic cycle of life, death, and rebirth, symbolizing instinctual and natural forces. In later Christian demonology, Baal was reinterpreted as one of the great dukes of hell, commander of legions of demons, depicted with three heads (man, cat, and frog), a strong body with spider-like legs, hermaphrodite, and capable of becoming invisible.

Baalzebu, Beelzebub: Mistakenly called Lord of the Flies due to a mistranslation (it was supposed to say Lord of Lords, instead), Beelzebub manifests either as a gigantic, fly or as a monstrous being of great height on a giant throne. In his latter guise, he has a swollen face and chest, huge nostrils, horns, bat wings, duck feet, a lion’s tail, and a covering of thick black hair.

Beelzebub has been a feared and formidable demon from the earliest accounts of him. He was the Prince of demons in Hebrew belief at the time of Jesus. The Pharisees accused Jesus of exorcizing demons in Beelzebub’s name, for according to belief, the power to expel unclean spirits was gained through pacts with demons. The incident is recounted in Matthew (12:24–29), Mark (3:22–27), and Luke (11:14–22).

Beelzebub says he destroys tyrants, causes men to worship demons, and arouses sexual desire in holy men and “select priests.” He also causes wars, instigates murders, and arouses jealousy.

Baalberith, Balberith: (Canaanite) demon of the second order, lord of marriages, secretary, chief and archivist of hell. He is a cunning lawyer and possesses a prodigious memory. The Phoenicians took him as a witness to their oaths. Between the 15th and 17th centuries, he appeared frequently invoked in popular grimoires as a champion of lost causes. He presides over the month of June. The demonologist I. Wier represents him as a pontiff seated among the princes of hell. He also often appears as a god of death, lord of murder and blasphemy.

Baalzephon: (Canaanite) Captain of the guards and sentinels of Hell according to Wierius.

Babael: (Unk) Guardian of the tombs.

Bad: A Djin (or genie) of Persia, who is said to command the winds and storms. He presides over the twenty-second day of the month.

Balan: (unk) A demon that appears in the hierarchy proposed by Wierius as having prominence in the infernal monarchy. The demon of "finesse" and cunning. Also a prince of Hell.

Baltazo: (unk) The demon that possessed Nicole Aubry in Laon in 1566.

Baphomet: worshipped by the Templars as a symbol of Satan. He represents freedom and free will. Symbol created by Eliphas Levi. Many believe his figure is syncretized with other gods.

Bar-Lgusa: An ancient Semitic demon said to sit on top of houses and jump on their inhabitants. People afflicted by it were called d'barebara.

Baron: demon created under the instructions of Baron Gilles de Rais (1404-1440). He was killed by the Inquisition after a trial that still generates controversy, and was accused of sacrificing the hands and hearts of little children to obtain the secret of the philosopher's stone, that is, to discover the way to transform metals into gold.

Barbas: (unk) a mechanical demon according to some hierarchies.

Barbado (unk): The demon who teaches the secret of the Philosopher's Stone. However, he should not be confused with Barbatos or Barbas.

Barbatos: one of the three demons in the service of Eleuretty, lieutenant-general of the forces of hell. He is a great duke; he appears when the sun is in Sagittarius, with four noble kings and their companies of troops. He gives understanding of the language of birdsong, and of the voices of other creatures, such as the barking of dogs. He breaks enchantments that magicians arrogate over hidden treasures. He is of the order of Virtues, where mysteriously he still remains; and he knows all things past and to come, and grants powerful friendships. He commands 30 legions of spirits.

Barq: According to legend, this demon possesses in his power the knowledge of the Philosopher's Stone.

Bathym, Bathim, Bathin: (unk) Demon of herbs and precious stones according to Wierius. One of the 72 spirits of Solomon. Also known as Marthim. He is a powerful and strong duke, and appears as a man with a serpent's tail, seated on a brown horse. He knows the virtues of herbs and precious stones, and can transport men quickly from one country to another. He commands 30 legions of spirits.

Batsaum-Rasha: Turkish demon invoked to produce good weather or rain.

Bayemon: (unk) According to the Grimoire of Pope Honorius, he is a reigning monarch who presides over the western region of Hell.

Bechard, Bechaud: (unk) demon that can be invoked by Satanists, using the expression "Come Bechard - Come Bechard". His invocation must be made on Thursdays, calling him three or four times in the center of a circle, demanding, as payment for his presence and his services, only a nut. He is also mentioned in the Keys of Solomon as the demon of storms, of natural forces.

Behemoth: (hebrew) It is said that in the very beginning, YHWH created beings of great size to rule over the earth. Ziz, resembling a phoenix, ruled over the sky and all animals within it. Behemoth, resembling an ox, ruled over the land and all animals within it. Leviathan, the most feared and powerful of all, ruled over the sea and all animals within it.

Beherit: Syrian name for Satan.

Belphegor: (Moabite) The demon of discoveries, inventors, breakthroughs, and ingenious solutions, seducing men with the distribution of riches. Sometimes he appears with a seductive young woman. He rules the month of April, at the height of spring in the northern hemisphere. Some rabbis say he is seated on a chair, and in this position he was depicted by Bosh, a Dutch painter, sculptor, and engraver (1462–1516), in the "Garden of Earthly Delights." The ancient Moabites worshipped and paid homage to him, calling him Baal-phegor, on Mount Poer. He was believed to bestow riches upon his followers.

Belial: It is known that Belial was one of the first angels to join Lucifer's Rebellion and that he was the one who dragged the most others with him. He is an icon of all rebels and nonconformists, being of a crazy nature and highly destructive. In the first century AD he was considered the angel of disorder that rules the world. The elemental of the earth. Prince of deceit, another of Solomon's 72 princes.

Belit: Semitic goddess of fertility, especially agrarian fertility, partner of Baal. The Jewish prophets, who proclaimed in Jehovah a God of a higher conception, opposed these ancient cults that were incessantly reborn and that celebrated, to the point of exacerbation and monstrousness, the sacredness of organic life, the elemental forces of blood, sexuality, and fertility.

Berith: One of the 72 spirits of Solomon.

Bechaud: has power over winds and storms, over lightning, hail, rain, through frogs and other things of this kind.

Beyerevra: Indian demon, master of souls that wander through space.

Biffant: (unk) The demon that supposedly possessed Denise de la Caille.

Bifrons: (unk) According to Wierius, he is the demon of astronomy, geometry and other sciences. A demon that lights strange lights on the tombs of the dead.

Biemo, Beemô: demon of gluttony, naming the pleasures of the stomach, taking the figure of large animals, mainly the elephant and the whale. Protects those who live in orgies and parties.

Bile: Celtic god of hell.

Bileth: One of the 72 spirits of Solomon.

Blisargon: (unk) Great seducer of thieves, until he brings destruction to all his followers.

Bogey: The American and English bogeyman was a demon originating from the Slavic term bog, "god." Other English "relatives" were the bugabow, bugaboo, bugbear, and boggle-bo, which designated the pagan image carried in procession to the May Day games.

"Humbug" (the trickster) originated from the Norse hum, "night," and bog or bogey, a spirit in the night. The word "bug," from the Welsh bwg, "spirit," was used to designate insects because of the old belief that insects were actually souls seeking rebirth. The praying mantis was the spirit of a seer or magician. The butterfly was a Psyche, or Female Soul. Other derivations of the bog were the Scottish bogle, the boogart and Pug, the English Pouke and Puck, the Icelandic Puki, the German Putz or Butz, the Irish Pooka, and the Welsh Pwcca. In addition, there is the Danish Spoge, the Swedish Spoka, which gave rise to the English term "spook." The Old English puca, a fairy, was used alongside the Beltane gods. Just as Puck was the same god as the witches, Robin.

Bonifarce: one of the demons that took possession of Elisabeth Allier, a 17th century French nun. The story goes that she was exorcised in 1639, with great success, by Francois Faconnet - she had been possessed by two demons, Bonifarce and Orgeuil, for more than twenty years, and it is assumed that these demons entered her body when she was 7 years old, through bread that had been placed in her mouth.

Botis: One of the 72 spirits of Solomon, a great president, and a Count. He first appears in the form of a terrible viper, and at the magician's command, he takes human form, but has enormous teeth and horns and carries a sharp sword in his hands. He reveals all things past and future and reconciles friends and foes. He commands 60 legions.

Bottle Devil: (Brazilian) is an entity that arises from a pact with the devil, where a special egg is hatched and from which a "little devil" is born that enriches its owner, but takes him to hell at the end of his life.

Buer: (unk) demon of second magnitude, commander of 50 legions, with the head of a lion. He moves with five goat's feet, in the shape of a star. Another of Solomon's 72 demons.

Bune: (unk) One of the demons of death according to Wierius.

Bucon: has the power to cause hatred and jealousy between people of the opposite sex.

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Caacrinolaas: (unk) According to Wierius he is the demon of wisdom of the liberal arts. He appears as a Griffon. He is also the great president of Hell. Also known as Caasimolar or Glasya.

Caim, Caym: (unk) great master of hell, represented as an elegant man, with the head and wings of a black bird, being considered the most intelligent of the wise men of Hell. He carries a saber with him, when he takes human form, although he has a peacock's tail. He understands birds, oxen, dogs and the sound of the waves of the sea.

Cambions: (unk) Offspring of the Incubi and Succubi.

Chamos: member of the council of princes of hell, demon of flattery. Cited by Milton, in Paradise Lost, as the terrible horror of the children of Maabo, a region located on the southeast coast of the Dead Sea, Asia Minor, which is part of the plateaus that extend to the east of the Jordan River, the so-called Transjordan, in the Old Testament, Moab, a biblical character, from the Hebrew Moabi, "born of one's own father", behold, he was the son of Lot, through the incestuous union of this one with his eldest daughter. He is also considered to be the Semitic deity of the Moabites and perhaps of the Ammonites.

Charon: Ferryman of Hell. Makes the crossing of souls through the Styx and/or Archeron.

Chax: (unk) Duke of Hell, liar and thief, also known as Scox.

Chemosh: national god of Moabites, later a demon.

Chomie: (Enochian) no description.

Cimeries: monta um cavalo negro e rege a Africa. 

Clisthert: (unk) a demon that can change day into night and vice versa.

Colopatiron: Genius of the ninth hour of Nuctemeron. Opens prisons.

Corozon: powerful Algerian demon, who opened the gates of Hell, with the following words: "Lazas, Lazas, Nasatanada, Lazas". Exorcised by Aleister Crowley in the Algerian desert, and some occultists claim that he was possessed by demons for the rest of his life.

Coulobre: devil in the form of a dragon that, in Provence (France), was devouring people. In Cavaillon, a French city, he was defeated by Saint Verard, through holy water. Nicolas Mignard, a French painter known as Mignard D'Avignon (1606 - 1668), portrayed the battle. D'Avignon was commissioned to work on the decoration of the Tuileries, the former residence of the sovereigns of France in Paris.

Clauneck: He has power over possessions and wealth; he can find hidden treasures for those who make pacts with him. He can bestow great riches, because he is greatly loved by Lucifer. He brings money from distant places. Obey him, and he will obey you.

Cresil: (unk) Demon of impurity and filth. Also known as Gressil.

Cunali: One of the demons of the eighth hour of the Nuctemeron.

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Crocell: is a duke who commands 48 legions of spirits. He appears in the form of an angel and speaks mystically of hidden things, teaching geometry and the liberal arts. At the magician's command, he can make tremendous sounds of running water (even when there is none), heat water, or change its temperature. His name may be linked to Procella, a Latin term meaning "sea storm," reinforcing his connection with the uncontrollable and regenerative forces of nature.

Dagon: vengeful Philistine sea demon. Another sea serpent god.

Dantalian: One of the 72 spirits of Solomon.

Decarabia: One of the 72 spirits of Solomon.

Delepitorae, Delepitore: (unk) female demon of magical illumination.

Demogorgon: (Greek) Greek name for demon, said to be unknown to mortals.

Dibbuk: particularly evil demon that persecuted scholars and sought to rest within a person. In the Middle Ages, one of the greatest superstitions among Eastern European Jews.

Djins, Jinns, Jinni: In Arab and Muslim folklore, Jinns or Djins or genies are evil and ugly demons that possess supernatural powers, which they can put at the service of people capable of evoking them.

There are five types of jinn, each possessing different powers. The most powerful of these is Iblis, formerly called Azazel, the prince of darkness. Many consider jinn to be spirits inferior to angels because they are made of fire and are not immortal. They can take human or animal forms to influence humans to do good or evil. They are quick to punish those who are indebted to them by not following any of their numerous rules. There are several myths about the jinn's home. According to Persian mythology, some of them live in a place called Jinnistan. Others say that jinn live with other supernatural beings in the Kaf, mystical emerald mountains that surround the earth.

Draci: Legendary evil spirits that like to attack women. According to a 12th-century legend, the Draci disguised themselves as wooden plates that floated in a river or body of water. When women tried to reach them, the Draci would pull them into the water.

Drusila: (Roman) A practitioner of the Left Hand sexual arts, after her death, thanks to the sexual energy she absorbed and accumulated in the rituals she practiced, she became a negative sexual force of nature. A protector of prostitution, abortions, pornography, and crimes of passion.

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Elelogap: has power over water and has power over sea travel.

Eligos, Eligor: a great duke, and manifests himself in the form of a gentle knight, carrying a lance, a badge, and a serpent. He knows hidden things, and things that have not yet come to pass; and about wars, and how soldiers are organized. He commands the love of lords and people of rank. He rules 60 legions.

Emma-O - (Japanese) ruler of Hell and judge of the death. He is a fearsome figure with a fierce, scowling face, who is also seen as benevolent, as he has the power to decide the fate of the reincarnation of the dead, sending them to a state of happiness or suffering after judging the karma they accumulated in life.

Eurynomous (Greek): Prince of death. Prince of hell who feeds upon corpses.

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Foras: He is a powerful president, manifesting himself in the form of a strong man. He can give men knowledge of the virtues of jewels and herbs. He teaches the arts of logic and all aspects of ethics. If desired, he makes men invisible, grants longevity and eloquence. He can discover treasures and recover lost things. He rules over 29 legions of spirits.

Forneus, Eureur: A great and powerful Marquis, he appears in the form of a gigantic sea beast. He ministers and makes men wise in rhetoric. He makes men wise and teaches them all languages and dialects. He makes enemies as kind as friends. He rules over 29 legions, consisting partly of Thrones and partly of Angels.

Flereous, Feurety: (unk) god of fire. Fire Elemental used in place of Satan. Infernal lieutenant.

Furfur: (unk) He holds the rank of Count of Hell.

Frimost: has power over women and girls, he helps to obtain anything from them, obtaining pleasure and satisfaction.

Frucissiere: can resurrect the dead.

Frutimiere: has the ability to prepare all kinds of parties and banquets for you.

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Glasy-labolas: He is a powerful president and count, and reveals himself in the form of a dog with wings like a griffin. He ministers all arts and sciences in an instant, and causes bloodshed and insanity. He teaches all things past and future. If desired, he causes affection. He has the power of invisibility. He commands 36 legions of spirits.

Gusion, Gusoin, Gusayn: He shows all things, past, present, and future, and demonstrates and answers any questions the magician may ask. He conciliates and reconciles friendships, honors, and titles. He rules over 40 legions of spirits.

Gremory, Gomory, Gemory, Gamori: He is a strong and powerful duke, and appears in the form of a very beautiful woman, with a duchess's crown tied around her waist, and mounted on a great camel. He obtains the love of women young and old, and knows the present, the past, and the future. He commands 26 legions.

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Haagenti: He is a president appearing in the form of a winged buffalo and taking human form at the command of the Magician. His function is to make men wise and instruct them in matters concerning the seas and oceans; he also transmutes all base metals into gold and wine into water and vice versa. He governs 33 legions of spirits.

Haborym - (Hebrew) Another name for Satan.

Halphas: He is a great Count, appearing in the form of a wild pigeon. He speaks with a powerful voice. His job is to build towers and supply warriors. He commands 26 legions of spirits.

Heramael: teaches the art of medicine, gives perfect knowledge of all diseases, with their complete and radical cures, makes known all types of plants, the place where they are found, and when they should be collected, and also their virtues and their true compositions, to lead to a perfect cure.

Hicpacth: It brings a distant person to you in an instant.

Humots: has the power to bring you all kinds of books you want.

Huictgaras: may produce drowsiness or insomnia in some, and in others disturbing drowsiness or lethargy.

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Iblis: the devil of Islam. According to the Yezidi Holy Book, the Book of Revelations and the Black Book, Iblis is a phalanx of archangels. He corresponds to the prince of darkness, and hell is mentioned as the Kingdom of Iblis. He condemned himself for his exclusive love of the idea of divinity. God would have forgiven him, entrusting him with the government of the world and the supervision of souls.

Ifrits: (Arabic) Ugly and monstrous specters. They became genies in Persian and Hindu mythology. Also associated with Jinns and Divs of Persia.

Íncubo/ Incubus: angel of Paradise who was expelled and transformed into a demon, continually seeking women to satisfy himself while they sleep. In France, they are called follet, Alp in Germany, follette in Italy, and in Brazil, duendes.

Ipos, Ipes, Aypeos, ou Ayporor: He is a Count and a powerful prince, and appears in the form of an angel with the head of a lion, the feet of a goose, and the tail of a hare. He knows all things that happen in any given time. He makes men witty and bold. He commands 36 legions of spirits.

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Jahi: female demon of the Zoroastrian religion, who was kissed by Ahriman, thus introducing menstruation into the world. Ahriman represents the principle of evil, and his opposite, Ormuzd, the principle of good, which must eventually win.

Jezebeth: (unk) the demon that appears in "the demon of falsehoods".

Jurupari: (brazilian) was the demon that visited the indigenous people when they were sleeping, he caused them nightmares and prevented his victims from crying out for help.

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Kasdeya: In the Book of Enoch it appears as the name of the fifth Satan, who teaches destruction to men. In magic, it is represented by the skull of a young man.

Kobal: director of amusements of the court of hell. Patron saint of comedians. For centuries he was considered suspect by the Church. Demon who felt immense pleasure in killing. In Germany, Kobald, familiar spirit, considered the guardian of precious metals.

Kostchtchie: (Russia) a goblin of death.

Krikoin: in the Eskimo religion, it is the evil demon that chases dogs that stay outside houses on cold nights.

Klepoth: makes you see all kinds of dances.

Khil: produces large earthquakes and earthquakes.

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Leonard: (German) The demon of witchcraft, lord of the Sabbath, is represented by the black goat, usually depicted as a giant black goat seated on a throne. There are reports that he died; the lewd and melancholic demon disappeared forever after being defeated by the courage of a maiden.

Leraje, Leraye ou Leraie: He is a Marquis of great power, appearing as an Archer in a green cloak, carrying a sling and a quiver. He causes great battles and disputes; and brings putrefaction through the wounds inflicted by Archers' arrows. He is under the auspices of Sagittarius and governs 30 legions of spirits.

Leviathan: From the Hebrew: "Curvy Serpent." Grand Admiral of Hell and Lord of the Seas, he favors men and women who enjoy traveling the world, serving them to gain fame and honor. He is also called "The Great Trickster" for the ease with which he triumphs in political ventures, commercial treaties, and palace intrigues. When seen, he takes on dizzying and vertiginous multifaceted forms. He specializes in possessing famous women. His festivities are celebrated in the month of February; he is the patron saint of Melancholy and Poetry.

Lilith: The origin of Lilith dates back to Mesopotamian mythology around 3000 BC, where she emerged under the name Lilitu, representing a category of demons or spirits of the wind and storms in Sumer. Her name, found in Sumerian, Akkadian, and Babylonian civilizations, shares the particle "lil" with other deities like Enlil and Nilil. Among her various epithets are Lillake, Belit-ili, and the Canaanite Baalat, meaning "the divine lady." One of her oldest representations dates back to 2000 BC in the city of Ur.

Lilith is intrinsically associated with the owl and is commonly depicted as a seductive woman with shapely forms. Her attributes are complex and dualistic: she was worshipped as the great goddess and queen of the Sumerian sky, associated with the Black Moon, mystery, power, seduction, and fertility. However, at the same time, she was identified with demons and evil spirits, considered a bearer of malaise, illness, and death, and it was believed she used water as a portal to her world. The moon was her primary symbol, representing her good and bad phases, and she personified vanity, sensuality, and sexuality. Through Jewish mythology, her image underwent a drastic transformation, being redefined and relegated to the darkest domain as a demon of evil and the night, who killed children and made pregnant women to have an abortion.

Lúcifer: Emperor of the demons, his name means "Morning Star," no doubt due to the splendor of his presence. He is one of the most beautiful of the fallen angels, responsible for granting us free will and personally guiding us in our quest for knowledge. He loves art and sweets.

Lucifuge Rofocale: (Roman) demon, the opposite of Lucifer. He is responsible for agreements and pacts; Lucifer's prime minister. His name means "He who flees from the light." Lucifuge Rofocale is featured only in one text, the Grand Grimoire, a French magical handbook of black magic written in the 17th or 18th century. The book is especially significant for its feature of a specific pact between a magician and Lucifuge Rofocale for the purpose of securing the services of demons. Rocofale may be an anagram of Focalor, a demon named in the Lemegeton, a major grimoire.

The Grand Grimoire states that if the magician cannot master a magic circle and a blasting rod for controlling demons, then a pact is necessary. A pact cannot be made with the three highest demons — Lucifer, Beelzebub and Astaroth — but only with one of their lieutenants. It provides a Grand Conjuration for summoning Lucifuge Rofocale, who is a reluctant and obstinate spirit who must be forced to appear with the use of the blasting rod and threats of curses. According to the Grand Grimoire, when Lucifuge Rofocale appears, he demands that in exchange for his services, the magician “give thyself over to me in fifty years, to do with thy body and soul as I please.”

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Marax, Morax: He is a Count and a Great President. He appears as a huge buffalo with a human head. His job is to instruct the wise in astronomy and all other liberal sciences; he can also provide good familiars and knows the virtues of herbs and precious stones. He commands 30 legions of spirits.

Macariel: demon and wandering duke of the air. Macariel has 12 chief dukes, who have 400 servants, all good-natured and willing to obey an exorcist. They appear in many forms, most commonly a dragon with a virgin head. The 12 chief dukes are Claniel, Drusiel, Andros, Charoel, Asmadiel, Romyel, Mastuet, Varpiel, Gremiel, Thuriel, Brufi el, and Lemodac.

Malphas: (unk) Great ruler of the infernal regions. Appears as a raven, but can take human form if requested; he is a powerful ruler who can build houses and towers, bring knowledge of enemies to the magician, and grant good familiars. He governs 40 legions.

Malgaras: Demon among the 31 aerial spirits of Solomon. Malgaras rules in the west and has dozens of dukes serving him both day and night. His servants are courteous and appear in pairs, along with their own servants. His 12 major servants of the daytime are Camiel, Meliel, Borasy, Agor, Casiet, Rabiel, Cabiel, Udiel, Opriel, Masiel, Barfas, and Arois. His 12 major dukes of the nighttime are Aros, Doiel, Cubi, Liblel, Raboc, Aspeil, Caron, Zamor, Amiel, Aspara, Deilas, and Basiel.

Mammon: (Aramaic) demon of greed, riches and iniquities. It was he who taught men to dig the earth in search of hidden treasures, in the words of Milton. Aramaic word meaning "wealth". Christ warns us that we cannot serve God and Mammon (Gospel of Matthew 6:24) "no one can serve two masters, for either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be content with the one and despise the other. We cannot serve God and mammon. (See also Gospel of Luke 16:13).

Mandrakes, Mandrágoras: (unk) small, hairless, coarse demons, a species of the well-known devils. They are attributed to the mandrake root and are considered gifts from Satan to the sorcerer who evokes them.

Mania: Etruscan goddess of hell.

Mantus: Etruscan god of hell.

Mara: (Buddhist) a demon that tries to lead souls to damnation.

Mastema: Hebrew synonym for Satan. Angel of evil, hostility, adversity, and destruction; the accuser; a prince of demons and injustice. The proper name Mastema has the same root as the Hebrew noun that means “hostility,” its use in two references in the Old Testament (Hosea 9:7–8). According to lore, Mastema once was the Angel of the Lord who delivered the punishments of the Lord and became demonized.

Marchosias: Fallen angel and 35th of the 72 spirits of Solomon. Marchosias is a marquis ruling 30 legions of demons. He appears as a cruel she-wolf with griffin wings and a serpent’s tail, with fire spewing from his mouth. He will take a human form if commanded to do so. He is a strong fighter. He faithfully serves the magician and gives true answers to all questions. Once a member of the angelic order of dominions, Marchosias holds the futile hope that he will return to the Seventh Throne in Heaven after 1,200 years.

Marbas, Barbas: Fallen angel and fifth of the 72 spirits of Solomon. Marbas is a president in hell who rules 36 legions of demons. He appears fi rst as a lion but will change into a man. He knows about hidden and secret things. He causes and cures diseases. He imparts wisdom and knowledge of the mechanical arts. He can change men into different shapes.

Maseriel: demon among the 31 aerial spirits of Solomon. Maseriel serves Caspiel and rules in the west. He has a great number of servants both day and night, each of whom has 30 servants. Maseriel’s 12 major daytime dukes are Mahue, Roriel, Earviel, Zeriel, Atniel, Vessur, Azimel, Chasor, Patiel, Assuel, Aliel, and Espoel. The 12 major nighttime dukes are Arach, Maras, Noguiel, Saemiet, Amoyr, Bachile, Baros, Ellet, Earos, Rabiel, Atriel, and Salvor.

Maskim: Seven Sumerian Demons who are great princes of hell or princes of the abyss, considered to be among the most powerful of all. Maskim means “ensnarer” or “layers of ambush.” Azza, Azael, and Mephistopheles are among the maskim.

Sumerian descriptions of the maskim say they are neither male nor female, they take no wives and have no children, they are “strangers to benevolence,” and they pay no attention to prayers or wishes. They live either on mountaintops or in the bowels of the earth. The maskim have the power to affect the earth and the cosmic order. They can cause earthquakes and alter the courses of the stars in the sky. They do not like humans and attack them with the most severe evil and spells.

Melchom: (unk) the treasurer of the palace of hell.

Melek Taus: yesidi demon.

Mefistófeles, Mefisto: Greek, one who avoids light; popular name for the Devil, according to Goethe. Character in the drama Faust by Goethe (1749 - 1832), a demon who came to Earth to satisfy Faust's passions. He judges the world with disdainful irony. His name is used as a synonym for a man of perverse, truly diabolical character.

The story of Faust is the story of the man who sold his soul to the Devil in exchange for earthly goods. The drama is divided into two parts, in which the brilliant poet immortalized his conceptions of nature and humanity. S. Conolly classifies him as the bearer of the book of the dead.

Merihim: (unk) the prince of pestilence.

Mezu: in Japanese folklore, the demon with a horse's head, who assists Kongo, sheriff of hell.

Milcom: Ammonite demon.

Molegue: prince of the "Land of Tears", in hell. He joyfully collects the tears of mothers. He is a monstrous demon, dripping the blood of little children and the tears of their mothers. He appears with the head of a calf, a royal crown, and his arms outstretched to receive his human victims. The Ammonites, members of a tribe east of the Jordan, descendants of Amon, who defeated the giants of Zomzomin and occupied the region, used to worship him, sacrificing children in his praise to obtain good harvests and victory in wars. Milton and Flaubert make reference to him.

Morail: has the power to make anything in the world invisible.

Mullin: first butler of the house of the infernal princes, Leonard's right-hand man.

Murmur, Murmúrio: demon of music, count of hell, appearing like a vulture, with legs open, appearing like a gigantic soldier.

Musissin: has power over the great lords; he instructs them in everything that happens in the Republics and in the kingdoms of his allies.

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Naamah: prominent female demon in the Jewish tradition of Kabbalistic mysticism, especially in the Zohar, where she is described as one of the succubi who afflict humanity, being associated with the Qliphoth. She is a figure of origin that is confused with the biblical Naamah, sister of Tubal-cain, and is portrayed as a being who seduces and causes illnesses in children, such as epilepsy, and who also corrupted the demon Azazel.

Naburus, Naberios: (unk) protector of the gates of Hell. Associated with Cerberus. A marquis of Hell.

Nasu: In the Zoroastrian religion, it represents the female demon that feeds on bodies that have just died or are already in a state of putrefaction. They appear as if they were butterflies. Their residence is Hell, on Mount Elbroug.

Nebiros: (unk) special forces from hell.

Nuton: originating from Belgian legend, always living in caves, near running water, very playful, it becomes violent, however, if attacked.

Nybras: propagandist of the pleasures of the infernal court. Supervisor of dreams, visions, ecstasy. Inferior demon, considered a prophet and charlatan.

Nysroch: head of the house of the infernal prince. Second class; presides over the pleasures of the table.

O 

O-Yama: Japanese name for Satan.

Orobas: He is a great and powerful prince, appearing initially as a horse but later assuming human form. His office is to reveal the past, the present, and the future. He also distributes and confirms many honors and the favor of friends and enemies. He answers correctly regarding Creation and Divinity. Being very faithful to the Magician, he will not suffer any harm from any spirit. He governs 20 legions.

Orias: (unk) Count of Hell. Demon of divination, expert in astrology, in metamorphosis, always carries a snake in each hand.

Oni: (Japan) They are a horned, ogre-like, or demonic creature from Japanese folklore that is often depicted as monstrous, strong, and malicious, though they can also appear as mountain-dwelling outcasts or even gentle figures in some tales. They are a type of yōkai, or spirit, and are known for causing fear and misfortune.

Oroan: (Guyana) Eclipse demon.

Orthon: (unk) familiar demon of the Count of Corasse and the Count of Foix. Invisible, he knows everything that happens in the world. When he appears, he usually appears as a pig. They say he has links with possessions in France and with the Masonic-Satanic Cult of Palladinism in Italy, 19th century.

Ose, Oso, Vosa: He is a president, and appears as a leopard, but later takes human form. He teaches liberal sciences and knows Divine secrets; he can also change the form of the Magician at will. He governs 30 legions of spirits.

P 

Paimon: (unk) master of infernal ceremonies. A great King. He appears in the form of a man seated upon a dromedary, with a most glorious crown upon his head. He is preceded by a train of spirits, like men with trumpets and cymbals, and all manner of musical instruments. He has a mighty voice, and speaks in such a torrent of words that the magician cannot understand them unless he can compel them to obey.

Supposedly his origin would go back to Palmyria, and his name would be Azizos; Palmyran god of the Morning Star. He is usually depicted riding a camel with his twin brother Arsu and venerated separately in Syria as the god of the morning star, in the company of the god Monimos.

Pazuzu: Assyrian demon, king of the evil spirits of the air, son of Hanpa. In the Louvre Museum there is a 7th-century bronze statue representing Pazuzu, with human form, two wings, and two horns.

Phenex: He is the Marquis Phenex, Pheynix, or Phoenix. He appears in the form of a firebird with a child's voice, singing gently before the Magician, who must ignore this and force him to take human form. Then he will speak and teach all the wonders of science. He is an unsurpassed poet, and he will be willing to fulfill your wishes. He also had the opportunity to return to the Seventh Throne 1,200 years ago, according to the wise Solomon. He governs 20 legions of spirits.

Philotanus: (unk) a second-rate demon in the service of Belial.

Prusias: one of the three demons in the service of Satan, great general of Satan's legions.

Purson: A great King. His appearance is commonly that of a man with the face of a lion, carrying a cruel viper in his hand, and riding a bear. He is accompanied by the sound of trumpets. He knows all hidden things and can discover treasures, and can tell all things past, present, and future. He can examine a human or aerial body and answer correctly all things earthly and divine, and pertaining to Creation. He grants good familiar spirits, and under his rule are 22 legions of spirits, partly of the order of virtues and partly of the order of Thrones.

Pyro: (unk) A demon prince of falsehood.

Pytho: (unk) a demon of lies. A serpent demon.

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Rakshasa: (India) is a race of typically malevolent, supernatural beings found in Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain mythology, known for their monstrous appearances, man-eating habits, and powers of shape-shifting and illusion. They are also known as demons or fiends, possess incredible strength, and are most powerful at night. In some Buddhist traditions, Rakshasas can also act as protectors, while Sri Lankan folk traditions use elaborate "Raksha masks" in devil dancing rituals.

Raum, Raim or Raym: (unk) An infernal count; he first appears in the form of a raven, but after the Magician's Command he takes human form. His function is to steal treasures, destroy cities and the honors of men, and tell all things, past, present, and future; he can cause affection among friends and enemies. He rules 30 legions.

Raymon: powerful demon, in charge of infernal ceremonies, appearing in the form of a vigorous man, but with a woman's face, crowned with jewels and riding a dromedary.

Rimmon: ambassador of hell to Tsarist Russia. A minor demon, chief physician, believed to be able to cure leprosy, some texts say he was worshipped in Damascus.

Ronwe: (unk) the demon of knowledge. In some texts a lesser demon. He comes to those who seek him through dreams in settings befitting the Demon of knowledge such as bookstores, libraries, and cafes where many intellectual types gather. His form varies often as he is an adept at changing his appearance. However, his demeanor remains consistent with that of the sage wise man. His soul is very old and his eyes reflect great understanding.

S 

Rosier: He is a very powerful Dark Lord who is aligned with the vibrations of Love. He is a Demon who knows and understands the depth and complexity of love and how it flows through and impacts our body and soul. He is one who understands the balance of darkness and light when it comes to love and how empowering and profound they are. Some might claim that he is not about sexual love or lust, but more of healing, the kind of love who is comfortable, a soulmate kind of thing.

Saarecai: minor demon that lives in the holes of the house, but does no harm to anyone.

Sabazios: Phrygian demon, identified with Dyonisus, worshipped as a serpent.

Sabnock, Savnok, Sabnach, Saburac, or Salmac: He is a Marquis, powerful, great, and strong, appearing in the form of an armed centurion, with the head of a lion, riding a spotted horse. His office is to build towers, castles, and high cities, and to equip them with weapons of war, etc. He can afflict men with smallpox. He lends good familiar spirits to the Magician and commands 50 legions.

Shax, Scox, Chax, Shaz, or Shas: He is a Marquis who appears in the form of a large fiery dove, speaking with a powerful yet subtle voice. His office is to drain the understanding or intelligence of men and women and to enter enclosed spaces. If commanded, he grants horses at the request of the Magician, or anything else, but must first be commanded under the triangle, or another spirit will deceive the magician by telling him lies. He can discover all hidden things. He occasionally grants good familiars. He governs 30 legions.

Sammael: (Hebrew) "Poison of God." This angel of death is believed to have been the demon who tempted Eve; he is also considered the prince of the air. Merely another name for Satan/Lucifer.

Samnu: demon of Central Asia.

Samigina, Gamigin: A Grand Marquis. He appears in the form of a horse or a small donkey, and takes on human appearance at the master's request. He speaks with a hoarse voice. He rules over 30 inferior legions. He teaches all the liberal sciences and imparts knowledge about the Souls who have died in oblivion.

Sardon: counselor of hell, sacrificing little children at the Sabbaths. He gave rise to the expression "sardonic laughter".

Sallos, Saleos, ou Zaleos: He is a great and powerful duke, and appears in the form of a gallant horseman on a crocodile, with a ducal crown on his head, and with a peaceful air. He causes women to love men, and men to love women; he governs 30 legions of spirits.

Satan, Satanas: His name, in Hebrew, means "The Adversary," representing the spirit of vengeance, unforgiveness, and justice for those who deserve it. He is action in pursuit of his goal, regardless of the consequences and goals, whatever the cost. In some tales, he was an angel who simply carried out God's orders - the necessary evil to test mankind.

Satanchia: (Hebrew/Greek) devil. Same as Satan.

Sargatanas: brigadier from Hell.

Seirim: hairy demon in the form of a goat, who dances in the ruins of Babylon, commanded by Azazar.

Semiazas: (Unk) is said to be the leader of all fallen angels.

Shabrini: (Jewish Myth) demon of the ancient Jews who used to blind men.

Shedim: destructive demon. They say he is a descendant of the serpent, others say he is from Adam, after the fall, and others from God, who left them unfinished because of the day of rest, that is, the Sabbath. In order to locate them, ashes must be scattered on the ground, so that these demons leave their traces, depending, however, on a magic formula to be uttered, so that they can be seen. His claws are those of a rooster and his chief is the demon Asmodeus.

Sitri, Bitru; He is a prince and initially manifests himself with the wings of a griffin and the head of a leopard, but after the master's command and the exorcism, he takes human form. He inflames men and women with love and forces them to show themselves naked if desired. He commands 60 legions of spirits.

Sirchad: has the power to make you see all kinds of animals of whatever nature they may be, even supernatural ones.

Segal: displays all kinds of prodigious talents and amazing abilities, both natural and supernatural.

Sergulath: provides all with means of speculation. Furthermore, it is capable of teaching the art of war and the means to ruin enemies.

Seere, Sear, ou Seir: He is a powerful prince under the power of Amaimon, king of the east. He appears in the form of a handsome man riding a winged horse. His function is to come and go in order to bring abundance of things quickly. He travels the earth in the blink of an eye. He reports on lost and hidden things, treasures, etc. He is good-natured and indifferent, always willing to carry out whatever the Magician desires. He governs 26 legions of spirits.

Sonnilion, Sonnillon: (Armenian) goddess of hatred.

Succorbenoth: (Unknown) demon of envy, also said to be the protector of gates and bridges.

Súccubos: female demon, as opposed to incubi, tempting men during sleep, stopping at nothing to copulate with them. Often, they say, they take the form of the loved one. Plural: Succubi.

Surgat: opens all types of locks without a key.

Sustugriel: teaches the magical arts and offers familiar spirits for whatever you desire, and also provides mandrakes.

Stolas or Stolos - Being a great and powerful prince, he appears before the magician in the form of a mighty owl; later he takes the form of a man. He teaches astronomy, the virtue of herbs, and precious gems. He governs 26 legions.

T

Taru (zoroastrianism): an arch-demon of evil hunger. Taru is usually paired with another archdemon, Zarika (evil thirst). Zarika makes poison, which Taru administers to plants and animals. Taru opposes the good amesha spenta Hurdat. He is especially pleased when a person walks around wearing only one boot, considered a sin in this culture.

Tase: In Burmese lore, hordes of the demonic dead who prey upon the living and spread disease and pestilence.

Tengu: Asian goblin or demon who acts as a vampire, poltergeist, and trickster. Descriptions of the tengu date to the eighth century. The demon appears in the shape of a man with wings and long, sharp nails on his hands and toes. His nose is either a crow’s beak or red and round, and its size indicates the demon’s strength. Sometimes, he carries a fan or a stick. The tengu is especially known for kidnaping people in remote, mountainous areas. He is fond of stealing children. Possession by a tengu is not necessarily diabolical. The possessed acquire supernormal skills and knowledge during their occupation by the spirit.

Trimasael: teaches chemistry and all its secrets; gives the secret of making the true powder of projection, which has the power to change imperfect metals, such as lead, iron, tin, and copper, into true gold and pure silver, the true sun and moon, according to his oath, etc. He must be satisfied with the operator and vice versa.

U 

Ukobach: A lesser demon responsible for the oil in the infernal boilers. He is the inventor of the frying pan and fireworks, always appearing with his body ablaze; a fire demon.

Unsere: (Unknown) goddess of magic and fertility, represents the aspect of life and motherhood in the Dukante hierarchy.

Uphir: chief chemist, expert in medicinal herbs and responsible for the health of the other demons.

V

Vapula: is a daemon linked to knowledge, philosophy, and the mastery of arts and sciences, manifesting as a winged lion, a symbol of strength, protection, and wisdom. His name may be related to the term vapulo, which describes someone being whipped by the wind, evoking his connection to invisible forces, gales, and intellectual and spiritual changes.

He may be associated with the Sumerian constellation of the Bow, representing the goddesses Ishtar or Nun, who were patrons of Elam, an ancient Mesopotamian civilization. This connection suggests that Vapula may act as a patron of war, strategy, and occult knowledge, guiding those seeking improvement in various fields of knowledge.

Valafar - (unk) another grand duke of hell.

Valak: is a daemon who manifests himself in seemingly innocent ways, often assuming sacred aspects such as angels, cherubs, priests, and nuns, but concealing a monstrous and subversive figure behind it. His deceptively pure appearance serves to expose the hypocrisy of institutions and individuals who claim to be virtuous but are corrupt at heart.

He is depicted riding a two-headed dragon, which may be related to the Sumerian twins Lulal and Latarak, figures associated with protection and occult power. Furthermore, Valak has the power to find hidden treasures and reveal snakes, delivering them to the magician and revealing their hiding places. The ability to reveal snakes may be connected to the invasions of the Ophites (the "snake people") into Europe around the 3rd century, and their subsequent expulsion by Saint Patrick, associating Valak with a force that discovers, exposes, and destabilizes.

Veltis - (Babylonian) Evil spirit who assaulted St. Margaret.

Vepar: is a Duke who commands 29 legions of spirits. He appears as a mermaid and has the power to guide waters and ships to safety. At the magician's request, he can make the seas rough and stormy, making them appear to be full of ships. He causes men to die in three days from the putrefaction of wounds and causes worms to grow in their bodies.

Verdelet - (Unk) Master of ceremonies of infernal court. Demon of the second order.

Vine: He is a king; he appears in the form of a lion, mounted on a black horse, coiling a viper in his hand. His function is to discover hidden things, witches, wizards, and the secrets of the present, past, and future. At the magician's command, he will build towers and erect stone walls. He commands 30 legions.

Verin, Verrine and Verraine - (Unk) the Demon of impatience.

Verrier - (Unk) Demoness of herbal knowledge.

Vetis - (Unk) the temptor of the holy.

Vual, Uvuall, ou Voval: He is a duke, great, powerful, and potent; and he first appears in the form of a mighty dromedary, but upon the Magician's command, he takes human form. He speaks the Egyptian language, but not perfectly. His office is to obtain the love of women, and the secrets of the past, present, and future. He also seeks favors among friends and enemies. He was of the Order of Powers. He governs 37 legions.

Vassago: He has a good nature, and his function is to declare things past and future and to discover all things hidden or lost. He commands 26 legions of spirits, and this is his seal.

X

Xaphan - (Unk) another fire Demon. Keeper of the furnaces of hell.

Xipe Totec: Aztec trickster vampire DEMON of the underworld. Xipe Totec is called the “night drinker” because he sucks the blood of souls of the dead who drop off to sleep instead of doing their penance.

Y

Yaotzin - (Aztec) god of Hell.

Yen-lo-Wang: (Chinese) ruler of Hell.

Z

Zabulon - (Unk) Demon who possessed one of the nuns at Loudun.

Zaebos - (Sumerian) Grand Count of hell said to have gentile disposition.

Zagam - (Unk) Grand king and president of infernal regions. Said to change things into its opposite. Demon of counterfeit.

Zapan - (Unk) One of the kings of hell according to Wierius.

Zeernebooch- (German) monarch of the empire of the dead.

Zepar - (Unk) Grand duke of hell - god of war.

Zotz: Mayan demon and a lord of the underworld. Zotz is a huge winged being with the head of a dog, needle-sharp teeth, and a bloody, contorted grin. He is sometimes shown as half-black and half-white, signifying faithlessness. Zotz lives deep within caves. He hides in remote areas at night and ambushes travelers, stealing their goods and wealth to stash in his caves.

Sources: Ars Goetia Grimorium Verum The complete book of demonolatry - S. Conolly The encyclopedia of demons & demonology - Rosemary Ellen

.⁠｡⁠*⁠♡ﾟ a/n: this post shall be updated, as it's nearly impossible to compile every single demon known and this require much reading and research. You guys can comment on it, if i forgot anyone ^^

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What the deity Apollo's energy feels like to me! :)

(Aka, his energy profile from my empathic prospective.)

I thought this might help some people that can't feel energies connect with him better, hope it helps!

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Since other pagans are making posts about gods that would be good to worship and/or pray to at this time in history, I wanna add my own reminder:

Thor is a patron of the working class

And also one of the main gods turned too in times when people need some extra strength and protection

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I finally re-did my website on Norse paganism.

It only took me 5 years to finalize how I wanted to organize information. Go frolic in the pastures of my efforts.

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Just Dropped

I've prepared a fully-annotated copy of the Hávamál from Edward Pettit's 2023 public domain translation of the Poetic Edda for your enrichment and convenience.

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Related to that last post about books, I think it’s worth mentioning that no one author will be 100% accurate to your craft. I think The Complete Book of Demonolatry by Connolly is a great starting point for fundamental information, but it is far from in depth and has some elements I do not agree with. I suggest taking her works with a massive grain of salt, especially in regards to the Dukante hierarchy. In fact I encourage taking every author’s words with a grain of salt, y’know, for protection.

In this craft especially, separating the author from the work is very important. Most of Connolly’s correspondences actually are from Aleister Crowley’s books such as Liber 777. Regardless how you may feel about Crowley, his material is the source Connolly often draws from and his work was extremely valuable, even if he was a piece of shit himself.

Corpus Hermeticum is another good source to look into as most of the establishing information for multiple grimoires is based in this.

Colin De Plancy’s Infernal Dictionary (originally Dictionnaire Infernal in French, it is available translated to English on Kindle) has also been a fantastic resource.

The Goetia of Solomon the King revised by Aleister Crowley is the source text for any information on the Goetic demons.

Michael Ford’s Grand Grimoire of Infernal Pacts is great, it’s like if S Connolly actually cited her sources more and explained things more thoroughly. He does things slightly differently than standard Demonolatry though, so you may have to modify some things

The Dictionary of Demons by Michelle Belanger is an excellent resource on every known demon in history, and she’s compiled a lot of information on each.

Mirta, who is very active on r/demonolatrypractices also wrote a book on demons called the Demonolater’s Handbook and it’s been a much better resource for practicing occultists than Connolly’s works.

Consorting With Spirits by Jason Miller is said to be more accurate than Connolly’s works, although I know people have mixed opinions about him as well.

Goetia Pathworking: Magickal Results from the 72 Demons by Corwin Hargrove is about as minimalist and barebones as one can get when it comes to communing with demons.

For magical use of herbs, it's best to go back to early (like, 1600s) herbalist texts such as Culpeper's Herbal, which gives medicinal aspects, planetary correspondences, identification, recipes, and other info about the herbs in question.

And all of this information I just shared was stolen from r/demonolatrypractices.

I recommend Connolly because I think her work is very easy to digest for beginners, and though her Enns are untraceable, they have worked very well for me. Her work was valuable to me as a beginner even if everything doesnt hold up. This isn’t to say her systems are bogus, just that they are far less established or based in pre-existing traditions than the works of others. Her claims are mostly UPG, which is fine, those UPG’s are true to some, but a little misleading if you’re unaware that they are UPG. There is a pretty big difference between writing based on your UPG and subjective interpretations, and claiming that you're drawing from historical sources that are totally real but so secret you can't let anyone else see them. I am always suspicious of Collonny’s lack of verifiable references.

Magical techniques are quite flexible and it's really not hard to teach basic techniques that anyone can start to get results with. It's a problem when people get their first taste of results from sketchy sources and then get overly attached to their teachings.

So TLDR, having said all of this: use your discernment. Do not take any one source as the one true source because some of the things worked. Especially when your source is an amalgamation of a ton of other older sources. Once you get through these “complete books of ____” and 101’s you should definitely be digging deeper into each claim and identifying their origins. The Complete Book of Demonolatry is a great starting point, but if you want more in depth rituals and explanations, you’re going to have to look into specific grimoires and studies, often written by ancient scientists astrologers than self identifying witches.

I personally use Collonny’s enns daily, they work well for me. Yet I still think a lot of the stuff she’s written about the demonic hierarchies is bullshit. I use her ritual set up… sometimes. I incorporate her meditations… on occasion. And yet I still say Lucifer’s enn to myself multiple times a day, and it works.

What works works, and what doesn’t, doesn’t. Read as much as you can and come to your own conclusions. And if you’re still not sure whose rituals work the best, try them out and see which one reins the most true. I believe in you.

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Hermes’ winged sandals let him move swiftly between worlds. A reminder that the right tools help us reach our goals. 🪽☿💨

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"The Magic Circle" (1886) by John William Waterhouse