![]() Beelzebub is a name derived from a Philistine god, formerly worshipped in Ekron. Down through history, Beelzebub has been held responsible for many cases of demonic possession.Īccording to some sources, Beelzebub was originally a Canaanite deity named Baal and was later explained to be one of the seven princes of Hell in Christian sources. Not only had the Pharisees disparagingly accused Jesus of using Beelzebub's demonic powers to heal people, but others have been labeled possessed for acts of an extreme nature. Within religious circles, the accusation of demon possession has been used as both an insult and an attempt to categorize unexplained behavior, such as schizophrenia. John Milton, in his epic poem Paradise Lost, identified an unholy trinity consisting of Beelzebub, Lucifer and Astaroth, with Beelzebub as the second-ranking of the many fallen angels. The Dictionnaire Infernal describes Beelzebub as a being capable of flying, known as the "Lord of the Flyers," or the "Lord of the Flies." Flies play a large focus in imagery detailing him and the malignant spirit can even take the form of flies according to some.Īccording to the stories of the 16th-century occultist Johann Weyer, Beelzebub led a successful revolt against the devil, is the chief lieutenant of Lucifer, the emperor of Hell, and presides over the Order of the Fly. In theological sources, predominantly Christian, Beelzebub is another name for Satan. He is often associated with gluttony, pride and of idolatry, the worship of false gods.īeelzebub is commonly described as placed high in Hell's hierarchy. ![]() In Catholic demonology, he is sometimes considered to be one of the first three angels to fall from heaven, along with Lucifer and Leviathan. 4.32 Shin Megami Tensei: Liberation Dx2īeelzebub, also known as Beelzebul, is a fallen angel turned high-ranking demon, who is considered one of the seven princes of Hell, representing the sin of gluttony.4.25 Devil Children Black/Red/White Book.4.22 Persona Q: Shadow of the Labyrinth.4.16 Devil Summoner 2: Raidou Kuzunoha vs.4.15 Devil Summoner: Raidou Kuzunoha vs.4.9 Shin Megami Tensei: Strange Journey Redux.3.29 Shin Megami Tensei: Liberation Dx2.3.22 Devil Children Red/Black/White Book.3.18 Persona Q: Shadow of the Labyrinth.3.14 Devil Summoner 2: Raidou Kuzunoha vs.3.13 Devil Summoner: Raidou Kuzunoha vs. ![]() ![]() 3.7 Shin Megami Tensei: Strange Journey Redux. ![]()
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