lilith

• Nom propre désignant une démone issue du folklore sémitique ancien, qui, selon les croyances, s'attaque aux enfants. Il s'agit également d'un prénom féminin.

A proper noun referring to a female demon from ancient Semitic folklore who is said to attack children.

indénombrable · nom propre

1. Female demon in folkloreC1formal

   In ancient Semitic mythology, a female demon believed to prey on children and infants.

   Lilith (démon femelle)

   • In some traditions, Lilith is said to steal babies at night.
   • Ancient texts describe Lilith as a dangerous spirit.
   • The legend of Lilith appears in various Middle Eastern cultures.

2. Mythological figureC1formal

   A figure from Jewish mythology, sometimes considered Adam's first wife who refused to submit to him.

   Lilith (mythologie juive)

   • According to some medieval texts, Lilith was Adam's first wife.
   • The story of Lilith is often interpreted as a symbol of female independence.
   • Lilith's character has been reimagined in modern literature and art.