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Mastema: The Demon in Religious Texts

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What is the relationship between Mastema and the Nephilim?

Mastema is the chief of the Nephilim, the demons engendered by the fallen angels called Watchers with human women.

What are some of the forms that jinn are able to take?

Jinn are able to take the form of snakes, scorpions, lizards, and humans.

What is Mastema said to have done to aid the Egyptian priests who opposed Moses?

Mastema is said to have aided the Egyptian priests that opposed Moses.

What is the pre-Islamic Arabian belief regarding jinn?

The pre-Islamic Arabian belief was that jinn could be worshipped and sought for protection. Signup and view all the answers

What was Mastema's role in the deaths of the firstborn of the Egyptians?

Mastema is responsible for the deaths of the firstborn of the Egyptians. Signup and view all the answers

How do jinn usually respond when they are hurt by someone?

When hurt by someone, jinn usually seek out revenge or possess the assailant's body, calling for an exorcism. Signup and view all the answers

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Mastema is a demon who tests humans and is the father of all evil.
Mastema is the chief of the Nephilim, the demons engendered by the fallen angels called Watchers with human women.
Mastema tries to stop God from destroying all the demons after the flood, but is unsuccessful.
Mastema is said to have aided the Egyptian priests that opposed Moses.
Mastema is also said to have been chained while the Israelites left Egypt, but then let go to encourage the Egyptians to chase after the Israelites and so come to their doom in the Red Sea.
Mastema is responsible for the deaths of the firstborn of the Egyptians.

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Test your knowledge of Mastema, the demon from religious texts who is associated with testing humans and being the father of all evil. Learn about the various mentions and roles of Mastema in different religious stories.