Question: Write a short note on Beelzebub.
Introduction
The word Beelzebub has been derived from the Hebrew language that means ‘‘the lord of Flies’’. In the epic poem, ‘‘The Paradise lost’’ written by John Milton (1608-1674), Beelzebub is the mighty fallen angel or archangel next to Satan.
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Prince of Hell
Beelzebub is the prince of Hell. When God deprives the angels of heaven because of their riot against him, in Hell Satan delivers his speech and declares that Beelzebub is the prince of Hell. In regards to power Beelzebub’s rank is next to Satan.
Frustrated and disappointed
Beelzebub is one of the mighty fallen angels. After the banishment from heaven, Beelzebub is accompanied by Satan. He is the chief lieutenant of the fallen angels. After the expulsion from Heaven, Beelzebub is disappointed but Satan encouraged Beelzebub to fulfill their revenge against God by saying as well……
“Farewell, happy fields,
A mind not to be changed by place or time.
The mind is its own place, and in itself
Can make a Heaven of Hell, a Hell of Heaven”.
Powerful and stubborn
Beelzebub is considered the chief leader of the fallen angels in Hell. Satan calls him a cherub. He is the first with whom Satan is identified in Hell. Satan has given him the utmost importance. He is the first Lieutenant of Hell. He has a stubborn will, immortal hate, and a powerful and revengeful motive.
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Conclusion
In fine, we can say that Beelzebub is one of the major characters in the great epic poem ‘‘Paradise lost’’ and one of the revered characters who is a strong supporter of bloody democracy.
