lamiae (Meaning)

lamiae

a female demon

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In ancient Greek folklore, lamiae were depicted as female spirits with the body of a woman and the tail of a serpent.
Lamiae were believed to feast on human flesh, particularly infants, and were often associated with nightmares and night terrors.
The lamiae of Greek mythology were said to possess the ability to shape-shift, transforming themselves into animals or beautiful seductresses.
The Roman poet Horace described the lamiae as cruel and bloodthirsty creatures that haunt the crossroads and deserted places.
In some traditions, lamiae were said to be the spirits of women who had died in childbirth and returned to seek vengeance on the living.
The term "lamia" has been used to refer to a variety of supernatural entities in different cultures, including vampires, witches, and goblins.
In modern literature and film, lamiae are often portrayed as seductive and dangerous creatures that prey on unsuspecting victims.
The lamiae of Greek mythology were known for their insatiable sexual appetites and were said to seduce men before devouring them.
Some scholars believe that the lamiae of Greek mythology may have been based on real-life women who were accused of witchcraft or cannibalism.
The legend of the lamiae continues to fascinate and horrify audiences to this day, inspiring works of art, literature, and cinema.

a female demon

hags, daemons, nightmares, genii,vampires, ghouls, incubuses, fantasms, demons, shaitans

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In ancient Greek folklore, lamiae were depicted as female spirits with the body of a woman and the tail of a serpent.

Lamiae were believed to feast on human flesh, particularly infants, and were often associated with nightmares and night terrors.

The lamiae of Greek mythology were said to possess the ability to shape-shift, transforming themselves into animals or beautiful seductresses.

The Roman poet Horace described the lamiae as cruel and bloodthirsty creatures that haunt the crossroads and deserted places.