Fast Facts: Perun Alternate Name: Bog Astrid (Greek origin) demonshavinghuman faces and body resembling owls. The presence of lightning in religion is an historically existing and currently existing cultural aspect where-by the phenomenon of lightning has and is viewed as part of a deity, or a deity in and of itself. Malthus (Hebrew origin) is the Prince of Hell who appears as a dove or stork. In the prayer for rain, The angel that fought Jacob was a rainstorm "minister angel, mixed of fire and water". Chaaya (Hindu origin) meaning shadow. In modern times, we are beginning to understand it as natures way of balancing irregularities between the clouds and the ground. In the traditional religion of the African Bantu tribes, such as the Baganda and Banyoro of Uganda, lightning is a sign of the ire of the gods. In Christian demonology, he is a Marquis of Hell and rules 40 infernal legions. Kiwanuka starts wild fires, strikes trees and other high buildings, and a number of shrines are established in the hills, mountains and plains to stay in his favor. Chrysanthemum (Greek origin) represents flower that protects from spirits. Bushyasta is considered to be the demon of sloth. Valafar (Christian origin) signifies 'duke of hell'. Agash (Quebec origin) one who can put curse and evil eye. 223. 128. [2], In Finnish mythology, Ukko (engl. Manage all your favorite fandoms in one place! 36. August 2020 32. 53. 427. 251. Irina Shidou (Japanese origin) She draws her strength from the sun and possesses exorcist-like abilities. 75. Cimejes (Hebrew origin) is demon described as a warrior riding on a black horse who posses the ability of locating treasures. 151. Creatures which combine human and animal forms or various animals. Demonic Lightning Manipulation A thunder demon and a member of the Thunder Demon Tribe, Hiten (InuYasha) had immense control over lightning, being able to create thunderstorms and bolts of lightning with his demonic aura and focus his power into Raigekijin. Superstitious people therefore often sleep on their stomachs during bad weather, but other legends say that Raiju will only hide in the navels of people who sleep outdoors. Asmodeus (Hebrew origin) Ashmedai in Hebrew was the demon of lust and rage mentioned in the Jewish Legend. University of California Publications in American Archaeology, 227353. It was first featured in a short story by Algernon Blackwood in 1910. Prkons/Perknas is the common Baltic god of thunder, one of the most important deities in the Baltic pantheon. 453. Yohaulticetl was the lunar goddess known as the Lady of the Night. 398. 410. One of the most classic portrayals of this is of the Greek god Zeus. Sauda (African origin) meaning 'dark beauty'. Hes commonly depicted with his hammer Mjolnir and was invoked for victory in the battle and for protection during voyages. "Norse Mythology: Items of the Gods and Goddesses", https://web.archive.org/web/20140521214832/http://viking-mythology.com/items.php, Hebrew book Shekel Aish discussing lightning, https://books.google.com/books?id=85WR0ae1WRQC&printsec=frontcover&source=gbs_ge_summary_r&cad=0#v=onepage&q&f=false, "cerauno-, kerauno- + (Greek: thunderbolt, thunder, lightning)". Tabitha (Aramaic origin) means 'evil roe buck'. By 141 BCE, the Parthian Empire ruled the region, and Babylon was a deserted ruin, so Marduk was also forgotten. Dodomeki (Japanese origin) is a yokai cursed with numerous eyes due to the behaviour of stealing. He is depicted as a demon who strikes a drum to create lightning. Amaya (Japanese origin) refers to 'night rain'. Nocnitsa (Polish origin) meaning 'night hag'. Ceraunoscopy is divination by observing lightning or by listening to thunder. 157. Gello (Mesopotamian origin) This demon interferes with reproduction cycles and makes people infertile. Combined of both a natural wonder and scientific power that isnt yet able to be harnessed, its no wonder that lightning features heavily across time and history. Halphas (Hebrew origin) is a demon who used to build towers and fill them with arms to incite war. The preceding verse, after mentioning clouds and rain, speaks about hail and lightning, "And He sends down hail from mountains (clouds) in the sky, and He strikes with it whomever He wills, and turns it from whomever He wills. 226. 224. Hala (Arabic origin) meaning 'halo around the Moon'. The name "Raijin" is derived from the Japanese words kaminari (, meaning "thunder"; on-reading rai) and kami (, meaning "god"; on-reading shin or jin). 473. Louhi (Finnish origin) meaning 'trance'. Duana (Irish origin) meaning 'dark' and 'swathy'. Lucifer Morningstar (Latin Origin) is a name for the devil that appears in multiple works. Sirena (Greek origin) was a bird demon who was full of pride and beauty. [3] He is often seen fighting with Fujin, mending his drums, or causing mischief. Leyak (Indonesian Origin) this demon name comes from Indonesian mythology and means 'evil witch.'. Its cry sounds like thunder. 295. 463. 306. The mythical dragon was said to reside in remote corners of the Egyptian lands, mainly around the fringe desert areas beside the fertile Nile valley. 96. Perdita (English origin) means 'she who is lost'. 285. In Baltic languages, his name means thunderer and thunder god. In the 1700s, American Benjamin Franklin was known to chase thunder and lightning storms on horseback and loved to study them. Demonology is the study of demons or peoples beliefs in demons. 289. 451. Chemosh, (Christian Origin) this demonic name comes from Moabite mythology and is an apt name for a sinister character in your fiction. Loki, in Norse mythology, a cunning trickster who had the ability to change his shape and sex. In Japan, the Shinto god Raijin is considered the god of lightning and thunder. One of Polish name for lightning is "piorun", derived from the god's name. Makomo (Japanese origin) She has the ability to breathe underwater and is also a little mysterious. Aku (Finnish Origin) this demon name comes from the animated TV series 'Samurai Jack.'. 281. As Izanagi followed her all the way to Yomi, to try to fulfill his wish that she go with him, Izanami returned to her palace to negotiate with the residing kami. The preceding verse, after mentioning clouds and rain, speaks about hail and lightning, "And He sends down hail from mountains (clouds) in the sky, and He strikes with it whomever He wills, and turns it from whomever He wills. Kotoha Hashibira (Japanese origin) is a typical, attractive young person who was abused by her family. 49. 68. Care should be taken when facing these demons in melee combat. 219. In Greek mythology, the Elysian Fields, or the Elysian Plains, was the final resting places of the souls of the heroic and the virtuous, evolved from a designation of a place or person struck by lightning, enelysion, enelysios. Manila: Oriental Commercial Company. 247. Chesma Iyesi (Turkish origin) This cat-shaped ghost lured young people to their demise by hiding in wells or fountains. 460. 292. 351. Lebara (German origin) meaning 'to work'. Sweeney Todd (Scottish Origin) this name comes from the 2007 dark musical 'Sweeney Todd'. Dzoavits (Native American Origin) this name comes from Native American mythology. Mao Demon Queen (Japanese origin) She is the Demon Realm's absolute ruler and the female protagonist. The Concept of a Supreme God In African Mythology, the Yoruba people very well received the notion of an omnipotent sky god looking over all things that live on Earth. 268. His temples were the Esagila and the Etemenanki. Blackheart (English Origin) this creature was a supernatural villain in the 'Marvel comics. Touka Kirishima (Japanese origin) She is a ghoul with the ability to change the hardness of her one wing at will. Astaroth, (Christian Origin) is an important demon name in Christian demonology as it was the name of the Great Duke of Hell. Quezon City: Capitol Publishing House Inc. Romulo, L. (2019). Variation of Demonic Element Manipulation. Dialen Dialen is female demons that have goat feet from Graubuenden. [3], Raijin has many siblings, most notably, Fujin (the god of wind), Kagutsuchi (the god of fire), Susanoo (the god of the sea and storms), Tsukuyomi (god of the moon), and Amaterasu (the goddess of the sun). 147. Caladgolg: The legendary sword of Fergus mac Rich in the Ulster Cycle of Irish mythology. 426. 399. Crone (Slavic origin) is a wicked, witch-like and terrifying old spirit also known as the Ladies of the Wood. Euryale (Greek origin) is the second eldest of the three vicious sisters 'gorgons'. Diablo (Latin Origin) is a common synonym for the devil. 444. Baize (French origin) meaning something that is 'dark brown'. Dzoavits was the personification of the devil who stole the sun and took away children from their parents. Satanael (Australian origin) means 'dark'. If you purchase using the buy now button we may earn a small commission. March, J. R. (2022). 296. He is believed to lie upon sleeping people at night. Orias (Greek origin) means 'incubus of divination'. Nelliel Tu Oderschvank (Japanese origin) is a demon with two curvedand sharp horns with a fighting spirit. Dead animals were found from under trees after a stormy night in Japan. November 2020 Drude (German origin) This midnight spiritsare associated to nightmares. She possesses lightning power. 348. 359. 472. Nunzio (Latin origin) means 'messenger'. He is depicted as a demon who strikes a drum to create lightning. This is one of the most feared deities of Japanese culture. He did whatever he wanted and took whatever he wanted. Gaap (Christian Origin) is a type of demon mentioned in the Lesser Key of Solomon. Aatrox (Latin Origin) this demon name comes from the famous online multiplayer game, 'League Of Legends'. Gods and Goddesses In many cultures or ancient mythology, the god or goddess of thunder and lightning was often a high god, considered the king or close to it. 167. 370. They had a body that was a mixture of the three largest human-eatinganimals such aslion, hippopotamus, and crocodile. Other legends say that Raiju will only hide in the navels of people who sleep outdoors. The god of thunder and lightning in Shinto Mythology is Raijin () His name means thunder god/ Thunder Kami. In Mesopotamian religion, Marduk was the god of thunderstorms, and the chief god of Babylon. Hinatsuru (Japanese origin) A strong, determined woman who is capable of espionage and infiltration. Nezuko Kamado (Japanese origin) is a demonesswith remarkable growth rates and regeneration powers. 138. The Japanese believe that the thunder god is responsible for a bountiful harvest, so Raijin is still worshipped and prayed to. Ciguapa (Dominican origin) she has blueish skin andattracts men to her cave fromwhere they cannever leave. Typhon stole Zeus's thunderbolts and transformed himself into the most destructive . Demogorgon (Christian Origin) is the name of a demon or a deity in Christian demonology. Its a cool and powerful name for a demonic character. In Our Islands, Our People: The Histories and Cultures of the Filipino Nation, edited by Cruz-Lucero, R. Jocano, F. L. (1958). He is a Great Marquis of Hell and is supposed to be a fantasy creature of the sea. Lightning Demons were hostile creatures native to the Demon Dimension. 454. 361. Also spelled Tarhunna, Tarhun was the god of storms and the king of Hittite gods. 39. 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