Bad angels are commonly known as fallen angels. They are angels who, according to certain religious narratives, rebelled against God and were subsequently cast out of heaven.
The Rebellion and Expulsion from Heaven
Based on canonical Christian narratives, the concept of fallen angels originates from a rebellion against divine authority. The reference mentions that Satan convinces other angels to live free from the laws of God. This act of defiance led to their expulsion from heaven, marking them as "fallen."
Names Associated with Fallen Angels
Fallen angels are often associated with names drawn from various mythologies. The provided reference notes that they are named after entities from both Christian and Pagan mythology.
Some notable names mentioned in the reference include:
- Moloch
- Chemosh
- Dagon
- Belial
- Beelzebub
- Satan himself, who is depicted as leading the rebellion.
These figures represent angels who chose a path contrary to divine will, resulting in their status as bad or fallen angels.
This information is consistent with details found in sources like the Wikipedia article on Fallen angel.
