4 - Divine Beings - Demons Flashcards
1
Q
Tell me about evil beings in the Sanskrit epics.
A
In the Sanskrit epics, evil beings can live in many places and are able to freely plague human beings and gods.
Many demons are antagonistic characters, such as Raavan-a in
the Raamaayan-a.
2
Q
Name the different types of evil beings.
A
Raakswasas
Piszaacas
Bhuutas
Vetaalas and Pretas
3
Q
Who are Raakswasas
A
They are demons who eat human flesh and disturb sacrifices.
Raavan-a was considered to be a raakswasa.
4
Q
Who are Piszaacas
A
They are demons who eat human flesh, imps
5
Q
Who are Bhuutas
A
They are ghosts
6
Q
Who are Vetaalas and Pretas
A
They are zombie-like spirits
