The name devil derives from the greek word diabolos, which. A devil is the mythical personification of evil as it is conceived in various cultures and religious traditions. Devil, the spirit or power of evil, though the word is sometimes used for minor demonic spirits as well.
Thus, the devil became more of a concrete entity. The personal supreme spirit of evil often represented in christian belief as the tempter of humankind, the leader of all apostate angels, and the ruler of hell It is seen as the objectification of a hostile.
An evil being, often represented in human form but with a tail and horns 2. Instead, they sought a more concrete image of the devil to represent spiritual struggle and pain. The devil is an important figure in several monotheistic religions, including judaism,. From the 4th through the 12th centuries,.
The devil is the title given to the supernatural being who is believed to be a powerful, evil entity and the tempter of humankind.