Daemonology

/ˌdiːməˈnɑlədʒi/ noun

Definition

The study or theory of daemons, including their nature, powers, and relationship to humans and the divine.

Etymology

From daemon combined with -logy (study of). Created by scholars to describe the systematic study of daemonic entities in theology and philosophy.

Kelly Says

Medieval scholars wrote entire books cataloging daemons—their names, ranks, powers, and weaknesses—basically creating the first paranormal field guides, mixing theology with what we'd call folklore!

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