Belial
/ˈbɛliəl/noun
A name used in various religious texts to denote wickedness or evil.
Did you know?In ancient texts, Belial is often portrayed as a powerful demon, representing lawlessness and moral decay, making him a symbol of rebellion against divine order.
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Hebrew
Hebrew
בְּלִיַּעַל
“Without worth or value; a term for moral corruption.”
3rd Century BCE
Greek
Βελίαλ
“Transliteration of the Hebrew term, used in early Christian texts to signify a demon.”
1st Century CE
Latin
Belial
“Adopted into Latin writings, often associated with the devil and described as the personification of wickedness.”
Medieval Latin
Medieval Latin
Belial
“Continued use in theological texts, emphasizing the concept of lawlessness and evil.”
16th Century
Early Modern English
Belial
“Appears in English literature representing a demonic figure in various religious and literary contexts.”