Baalberith

Baalberith

Master of the Covenant; Master of the Promise

ALSO KNOWN AS:

Berith; Elberith

CLASSIFICATION:

Demon

Medieval Demonologists reinterpreted Ba’al Berith as a fallen angel, a former Prince of Cherubim but now “Pontiff of Hell.” He serves as chief archivist and the devil’s own private secretary. The covenant or promise that concerned medieval Christians was the one that left a human soul in thrall to Satan. If one believes in signed contracts between mortals and the devil, then Baalberith is the spirit who serves as notary.

SOURCE:

Encyclopedia of Spirits: The Ultimate Guide to the Magic of Fairies, Genies, Demons, Ghosts, Gods & Goddesses– Written by Judika Illes Copyright © 2009 by Judika Illes.