The concept of Belial has influenced religious, literary, and cultural texts. Originating in Hebrew scripture, it was later adopted into Christian demonology. Belial represents lawlessness and rebellion and has been a subject in various theological debates and literary interpretations.
belial in English
- Belial⇄Belial, noun.
1. the Devil; Satan, especially as the personification of evil; the Antichrist.
2. a fallen angel in Milton's poem ?Paradise Lost.
belial in Sindhi سنڌي
Belial
Part of Speech
Noun
Pronunciation
/ˈbiː.li.əl/, /ˈbɛl.i.əl/
Definitions
- A biblical term for worthlessness or wickedness.
- In later Christian theology, a demon or one of the fallen angels.
Usage Examples
- "He was described as a servant of Belial for his malevolent deeds."
- "The old texts spoke of Belial as the personification of lawlessness."
Etymology
Derived from Hebrew bəliyya‘al meaning 'worthlessness,' from bəli ('without') and ya‘al ('usefulness').
Synonyms
- Worthlessness
- Evil
- Demon
Antonyms
- Virtue
- Righteousness
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | Belial | /beˈljal/ |
| French | Bélial | /be.ljal/ |
| Hindi | बेलियल | /be.li.jal/ |
| Tamil | பெலியல் | /be.li.jal/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
- American English: /ˈbiː.li.əl/
- British English: /ˈbɛl.i.əl/
Historical Usage
The term 'Belial' is used extensively in biblical literature to describe evil or worthless entities. Over time, it has been personified as a demon in Christian theology.
Cultural Nuances
In Christian tradition, Belial is often depicted as one of the fallen angels. In literature, it symbolizes rebellion and moral corruption.