Demiangel

/ˈdɛmiˌeɪndʒəl/ noun

Definition

A being that is half-angel and half-human; a hybrid creature combining divine and mortal natures.

Etymology

From demi- (half) + angel. Demiangel appears in various mythological and religious traditions describing offspring of divine and human parentage, creating a moral middle ground.

Kelly Says

The demiangel concept reveals how religions struggle with the question: what if you're born partly divine? Medieval theologians actually debated whether demigods and demiangels could sin, creating fascinating contradictions about free will and nature.

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