The Spiritual Influence Of Angelology And Demonology

THE SPIRITUAL INFLUENCE OF ANGELOLOGY AND DEMONOLOGY My knowledge regarding Angelology and Demonology has increased with this class. I have a healthy understanding of how the various mythologies of different cultures and societies through these many thousands of years have effected our interpretation of both angels and demons. All of the various readings throughout this course have built layer upon layer as to the diverse ideas concerning angels and demons. My personal presuppositions clearly have been influenced while opening my eyes to long held misconceptions as well as solidifying other concepts of interpretation I have long held. The reading of the various texts; the Pseudepigrapha, the Dead Sea Scrolls, the Apocrypha, various Jewish literature, and other religious traditions and their mythologies pertaining to the historical background of the origin of evil provide the basis for a clearer understanding and will help me in my further teaching of others regarding proper interpretations. The readings within the Dictionary of Deities and Demons provided a thorough understanding of the nature of Lilith, the Gilgamesh mythology, the various names of Satan, the fallen angels, etc. What is clear is how carefully balanced the origins of evil is against the loving goodness that our Father offers us in our choices in our every day life. The readings concerning Zoroastrianism and its various influences upon our Judaic and Christian traditions were clearly