Demons, Devils, Monsters & Evil Spirits

Database of Demons, Evil Spirits, and Monsters

Different religions and cultures have different ways of defining and representing evil. Evil can be seen as a force that opposes good, a source of harm and suffering, or a violation of moral and natural laws. Some of the common types of evil entities are:

• Demons/Fallen Angels

  These are supernatural beings that are usually associated with the Judeo-Christian Devil or other malevolent forces. They may cause diseases, temptations, possessions, or other forms of harm to humans. Some examples are Satan, Lilith, Asmodeus, etc.

• Chaos Monsters

  These are primordial creatures that represent disorder, chaos, and destruction. They may try to overthrow the gods or disrupt the cosmic balance. Some examples are Tiamat, Typhon, Leviathan, etc.

• Underworld Deities

  These are gods and goddesses that rule over the realm of the dead or the underworld. They may be involved in death, fertility, or rebirth cycles. They may also demand sacrifices or punish the wicked. Some examples are Hades, Hel, Anubis, etc.

• Natural Evils

  These are forces of nature that can cause disasters, calamities, or plagues. They may be seen as gods or spirits that need to be appeased or propitiated. Some examples are hurricanes, earthquakes, volcanoes, etc.

• Tricksters

  These are entities that are cunning, mischievous, or deceptive. They may play pranks, cause trouble, or challenge the gods. Some examples are Loki, Coyote, Anansi, etc.

• Demonology Catalogs

  These are entities that are listed as demons by demonologists (e.g. Pseudomonarchia daemonum (1583) or Dictionnaire Infernal (1863)) or occultists (e.g. the Goetia).

These are some of the main categories of evil entities that you will find on this page. However, keep in mind that what is considered evil may vary depending on the perspective and context of each religion and culture. One religion’s gods may become another religion’s demons – especially as Christianity became dominant and demonized pagan or foreign gods and goddesses. Therefore, this page is not meant to be a definitive or comprehensive list of evil entities, but rather a study of how different religions of the world personify “evil.”

List of Demons, Evil Spirits, and Monsters