beelzebub

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Definition

Proper noun 1. A name for the Devil; Satan: In Judeo-Christian and Islamic traditions, Beelzebub is a chief spirit of evil, the adversary of God, and the tempter of mankind, often identified as the master of Hell.

Usage
  • Beelzebub is used as a proper name for the supreme embodiment of evil.
  • It often appears in religious, literary, and rhetorical contexts to personify evil or temptation.
  • It is less commonly used in everyday modern speech than terms like "the Devil" or "Satan."
Examples
  • The preacher warned the congregation about the temptations of Beelzebub.
  • In John Milton's , Beelzebub is a high-ranking fallen angel.
  • The phrase "to cast out demons by Beelzebub" references a biblical accusation that Jesus used the devil's power.
Advanced Usage
  • "To invoke Beelzebub": To call upon or summon the devil, often used metaphorically to describe engaging with a great evil or a disastrous course of action.
    • By betraying his allies, he was essentially invoking Beelzebub for a short-term gain.
  • Used in exclamations or curses for dramatic effect.
    • "What the Beelzebub is going on here?"
Variants and Related Words
  • Baal-zebub: The original Philistine deity name from which "Beelzebub" is derived, often translated as "Lord of the Flies."
  • The Prince of Demons: A title frequently associated with Beelzebub in biblical texts.
Synonyms
  • Satan: The adversary, the accuser.
  • The Devil: The supreme spirit of evil.
  • Lucifer: The name of the angel before his fall, often used synonymously with Satan.
  • Mephistopheles: A devil-like figure in German folklore, especially from the Faust legend.
Idioms and Fixed Phrases
  • "He who sups with the Devil needs a long spoon.": This proverb about dealing with dangerous beings is conceptually related to figures like Beelzebub, implying that one must be very cautious when engaging with evil.
  • "Out of the frying pan and into the fire.": While not containing the name, this idiom describes moving from a bad situation to a worse one, analogous to escaping a minor evil only to confront a greater one like Beelzebub.
Noun
  1. (Judeo-Christian and Islamic religions) chief spirit of evil and adversary of God; tempter of mankind; master of Hell

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