Beelol

/biːˈɛloʊl/ noun

Definition

A variant or alternate spelling of Beelzebub, a figure from religious texts often associated with Satan or a high-ranking demon.

Etymology

From Hebrew 'Ba'al Zebûb,' meaning 'lord of the flies.' The spelling 'beelol' appears as a variant in some historical texts, though it's less common than Beelzebub.

Kelly Says

Beelol and its more famous variant Beelzebub both mean 'lord of the flies'—which is both darkly comedic and scientifically interesting, since flies swarm around carrion and decay, making them perfect symbols for pestilence in ancient times!

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