Belphegor
What is another word for Belphegor? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — In demonology, one of the traditional princes of Hell, said to tempt people with clever inventions that promise wealth.
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Etymology
From Biblical Hebrew via Greek, ultimately referring to a Moabite deity ("Baal of Peor") later demonised in Christian tradition.
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What does “Belphegor” mean?
The word “Belphegor” means in demonology, one of the traditional princes of Hell, said to tempt people with clever inventions that promise wealth. In plain terms, a demon figure from Christian folklore associated with tempting inventions and false promises of riches.
How do you pronounce “Belphegor”?
“Belphegor” is pronounced BEHL-fuh-gawr (/ˈbɛlfəɡɔɹ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Belphegor” in a sentence?
Here is “Belphegor” used in a sentence: “Medieval writers linked Belphegor with the sin of sloth.”
What part of speech is “Belphegor”?
“Belphegor” is a noun.
Where does the word “Belphegor” come from?
The word “Belphegor” comes from Hebrew. From Biblical Hebrew via Greek, ultimately referring to a Moabite deity ("Baal of Peor") later demonised in Christian tradition.
