satan

Meanings

• proper noun

  A supernatural being represented as the prince of demons and the personification of evil.

  - "Satan is often depicted with horns and a tail."
  - "In Christian theology, Satan is the tempter who led Adam and Eve to sin."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with satan
Atan , Han , Jan , Lan , Man , Pan , Ran , Tan , Van , Yan

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Variants

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Satan

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Etymology

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From Old English satan, from Hebrew satan 'adversary, enemy, tempter'.

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Trivia

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1. Satan is sometimes referred to as the 'prince of lies'.

2. In some traditions, Satan is depicted as having wings.

3. The name Satan appears in the Bible over 30 times.

4. Satan is often depicted as having a forked tongue.

5. In some cultures, Satan is believed to have the power to shape-shift into different forms.

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Related Concepts

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1. Lucifer: Lucifer is often considered to be a synonym for Satan, although some traditions view them as distinct entities. In Christian theology, Lucifer is the name given to the angel who became Satan.

2. Adversary: Adversary is a synonym for Satan, referring to his role as an opponent or enemy.

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Culture

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In various religions and mythologies, Satan is often depicted as the ruler of hell, the tempter, and the adversary of God and humanity. In Christianity, Satan is believed to have tempted Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden, leading to their fall from grace. In literature, Satan has been portrayed as a complex character, such as in John Milton's 'Paradise Lost'. In music, Satan has been a popular subject, with numerous songs and albums dedicated to him.

How to Memorize "satan"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a figure with horns, a tail, and red skin. This is a common representation of Satan.
   - Visualize Satan as a tempter, trying to lead you astray.
   - Think of Satan as a ruler of hell, surrounded by fire and demons.

2. associate
   

   - Associate Satan with the color red, which is often used to represent evil.
   - Associate Satan with the number seven, as in the Seven Deadly Sins.
   - Associate Satan with the sound of cackling or hissing.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym S.A.T.A.N. to remember the seven deadly sins: Sloth, Avarice, Temper, Envy, Pride, Gluttony, and Lust.
   - Remember that Satan is often depicted as having a pitchfork and a trident, which can help you remember his appearance.

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