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  1. Devil - Wikipedia

    In his book The Devil: Perceptions of Evil from Antiquity to Primitive Christianity, Jeffrey Burton Russell discusses various meanings and difficulties that are encountered when using the term devil.

  2. The Devil: Definition, Origin & Names for Satan - HISTORY

    Sep 13, 2017 · The Devil, also referred to as Satan, is best known as the personification of evil and the nemesis of good people everywhere.

  3. Satan | Definition, Meaning, Scriptures, Role, & Facts | Britannica

    6 days ago · In the New Testament the Greek transliteration Satanas is used, and this usually appears as Satan in English translations. He is spoken of as the prince of evil spirits, the inveterate enemy of …

  4. DEVIL Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    3 days ago · often Devil : 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

  5. The Origin of Satan - World History Encyclopedia

    Feb 18, 2021 · Satan, or the Devil, is one of the best-known characters in the Western traditions of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Surprisingly, this entity was a late-comer in the ancient world.

  6. Devil - New World Encyclopedia

    The Devil is the title given to the supernatural being who is believed to be a powerful, evil entity and the tempter of humankind. The name "Devil" derives from the Greek word diabolos, which means "accuser."

  7. devil - definition and meaning - Wordnik

    noun A person resembling a devil or demon in character; a malignantly wicked or cruel person; a fierce or fiendish person: often used with merely expletive or exaggerative force: as, he's the very devil for …

  8. Who is the Devil? An Expert Busts the Myths about Satan and Hell

    Uncover the real story of Satan—beyond myths and misconceptions—and what the Bible truly reveals about the Devil's identity and influence.

  9. Topical Bible: The Devil and Satan

    The Devil, also known as Satan, is a central figure in Christian theology, representing the embodiment of evil and opposition to God. The Bible presents Satan as a fallen angel who rebelled against God and …

  10. Satan: Who is he? - Bibleinfo.com

    So the great dragon was cast out, that serpent of old, called the Devil and Satan, who deceives the whole world; he was cast to the earth, and his angels were cast out with him.”