In ancient Greek belief, a supernatural spirit or force, often seen as a guide or inner voice that influences a person's life and choices.
From ancient Greek 'daimon.' The Romans later turned it into 'daemon,' and Christians reshaped it to mean 'demon.' The original Greek meaning was more neutral—a divine power or fate.
Socrates claimed he was guided by his 'daimonion'—an inner voice warning him against bad decisions—and this inspired the whole Western idea of having a 'conscience' or inner guide that's almost supernatural!
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