The Angel of Death - The Origins, History & Mythology of the Angel of Death

The Angel of Death is one of the most recognizable symbols in western civilization. The skeletal grim reaper is instantly recognizable. What is the origin of the angel of Death? In this episode, I explore the most ancient personification of death in ancient Canaan, the rise of the angel of destruction in the Hebrew Bible / Old Testament, the Pale Rider of the Apocalypse, and the folklore as it is developed in rabbinic Judaism and early Islam.
Recommended Readings:
Coogan - Stories from Ancient Canaan - 978-0664232429
The Malakh HaMavek in Rabbinic Literature by Olivia Tucker - www.sefaria.org/sheets/179486...
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Iambic pentameter

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When you told me about the contour I was giving my son a time to her haircut and I was feeling very 16th century and are up in her dungeon that we had made for ourselves and I'm reading our tomes

[@Dadecorban]

I'm curious regarding the following question: how much was rare literacy in the bronze and early iron age the primary basis of what one might call "hard magic systems" (Tolkien used a soft magic system, Harry Potter is very hard) of early human civilization. Which seems to be the case based on the material you've provided, as I read it. That a Babylonian magic amulet might seem to possess no other characteristics other than writing saying "Get Out, Stay Away" seems to be trick of literacy being rare in and of itself rather than any sort of intricate engineering of the language or attempted alchemy in combination. A video on this, if it hasn't been done would be great.

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What I gathered from this video: the Judaic angel of death is an overworked, reluctant day-worker who takes no joy in its duty and enjoys peace and quiet when off the job

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angelic proletarian ;)

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Wow even the angel of death hates Mondays

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I was pleased to hear you mention Santa Muerte! Hopefully we could see an episode on her one of these days.

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I would like to see this, too!

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I would like to see this too!

[@stevenv6463]

Very fun lecture. I like that it goes from Canaanite mythology all the way to rabbinic lore.

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I'd be super excited for a Ba'al episode (tho I'm excited for every episode)

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BAAL is one of the most powerful and dreadful spirit that works in ISLAM.

[@anachronisticappalachian]

I think a synopsis of the entire history of which gods were worshipped, like a timeline, would be interesting.

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It would be a mighty monumental compilement for sure

[@MrDalisclock]

I think it'd have to be like a tree then a line.

[@flowerpt]

Terry Pratchett's self-aware rendition is rather masterful in its separation of fear and death.

[@Dowlphin]

I still remember the dramatic scene from the Soul Music movie fondly where Susan confronts Death about her parents' demise. It is top-notch spiritual food for children. They grow with the material. (And while I used to think that shoddy writing is what is shoved on kids who don't know better, it seems among both kids and adults there are those who absolutely do know better, and those among adults who swallow the worst material.)

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1:00 "pranked by a couple of witty scholars" I'm glad to see Bill & Ted get their deserved acknowledgement.

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12:03 it’s so important, it had to be mentioned twice!

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called editing at 5am half awake :)

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Haha, I was weirded out when that happened, sure that I had somehow hit a button on the keyboard and rewinded.

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A video on Yahwism would be very interesting

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Baal casting +1 thunderbolts? Nice lol. Would love to see you do something on the occult/real world religion influences on D&D

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A video on early yahwism would be awesome. I've been reading up on that recently

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"yahwism" makes absolutely no sense. You're basically calling it "behold thy nail" and adding an ism to it. This guy doesn't know theology let alone language.

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@@bidensaidthenwordwithahard4838 Kinda seems like your understanding of Yahweh is more of a personal/religious kind as opposed to the scholarly, factual kind. You’re probably not gonna have much luck evangelizing on one of Dr. Sledge’s videos.

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Please do one on ba'al and the rise of yahwism! The ugaritic ba'al cycle is $300! I find the canaanite pantheon fascinating. How does this relate to leviathan in the book of job?

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Nice - yeah, that volume is crazy expensive. The book I have linked in the description has the Ba'al cycle in a good translation for much, much less. I may do an episode - it's fascinating stuff!

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Yahwism? TF are you even saying. No offence but people like you need to stay far far away from theology and religion. yhwh is a name that existed since exodus and even before that, translated from ancient Hebrew literally means "behold thy nail behold thy hand" a name that prophecied Jesus since the beginning of Zoroastrianism. Study scripture, don't fantasize it.

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@El Malakh Feo "I am that I am" is not what YHWH means.

[@bidensaidthenwordwithahard4838]

@El Malakh Feo and yahwism is not a term virtually used by all historians. the name YHWH was found once in Sumerian archives but it was plastered all throughout the lands of Canaan by the Jewish tribes on the way to the promised land after being liberated by God and Moses.

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Yes, i would most certainly love an episode on Ba'al. Just look at Baalbek, this god is nearly erased. I would love to know how that happens, yet his structures remain, where are Yahwehs structures? Please do an episode on Baal. Thank you with much gratitude Dr. Tanja, from Namibia (southern Africa)

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A video about Metatron would be interesting

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Yes please, i would absolutely love to hear about the rise of yahwisme! I've always been very curious how it happened and why and in response to what stimulus.

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Great episode kind sir...I was also wandering if you could go into depth about abaddon...and all that surrounds the archetype of this entity

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Yes, would love a Ba'al vid!

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Baal episode would be very intriguing!

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[@comradebailey8962]

Though it is technically a newer spiritual movement, I much look forward to an episode on the history of Santa Muerté for it's unique organic growth and origins.

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Outstanding!

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I thought for sure we’d get a metal reference in this one 😄 Such good work. Thank you!

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Twas too easy

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All your content is so close to my heart! I would like to ask if you could recommend some resources regarding Anath. I am specifically interested in her and I can't seem to find too much information. Thank you .

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[@johnhillyer1515]

Thank you, I will enjoy this season... You do the same... All the best! Be well!

[@majikulone3608]

I dont know much about the Angel of Death except my personal experience with this angel... in meditation, this angel appeared to me, showed me many levels, showed many things to come.... like a story book coming to life...very cool my second encounter with this Angel, II seen him casting a spell upon me, as I accepted this spell, lots of hands started coming from all over my vessel and removing what looked to be parasites. Not only did I feel refreshed but I feel that a lot that was bothering me, never came back into my experience. Much loves and appreciation for this Angel because this entity, killed parts of myself that was hindering me.

[@justbrian...]

This is exceptionally interesting. Was there something specific that prompted your visits from the angels? Were you in prayer or meditation? In a temple or in nature? Anything more you can share about your experience would be most welcome🙏

[@majikulone3608]

@@justbrian... So my awakening started, with AA Michael, hardcore atheist, and was visited by him and others, I got no visual experience from the beginning of my journey... I ended up making my way across the states, when I hit the streets of San Fran, a lot of things came to life there in meditation. First time seeing the Angel of Death in many meditation sittings. What prompted my journey though... one night I was visited by a UFO and a group of entities. made me question reality, and what is real. I am grateful for that night because it opened my mind to the endless possibilities. Scared the crap out of me, but it all happened for a reason, I'm more loving, caring and more peaceful then I have ever been. Spent years in the desert, finding myself, and learning to love myself and respect myself. I am so grateful.

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[@greenman8859]

Of course I am biased on a Yahwism segment. Keep up the wonderful content!

[@chantlive24]

Yes, very interested in the offer an introduction to the relationship between Bal and the ancient Israelites.

[@SirCoughsalot]

Great video.

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🙏🔥💚 Thank you for your great work!

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Nothing like a good fast to encourage a teenage lad to be appreciative of life. Have you done a video of the ten plagues of Egypt? I heard that each plague lasted one month each... Thank you 🙏🌈🐕

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[@firewoman7722]

Yes on the 1st episode suggestion. Also, throw in some "Mal Verde" in with your future "Santa Muerte" episode

[@mikereilly7629]

THANK YOU, DOCTOR! Knowledge is priceless.All religion is a compilation of older belief systems, and when translated,the original meaning is lost.When I was 12 or so,I came across the TZADICUM, excuse any misspelling. Have always kept that in my mind, even when I fail at it.Glad I found your site,u make the arcanum accessible,

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Very interesting 🤔💂‍♂️⭐ Thanks.

[@annhenry6056]

Brilliant

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YES! Tell us about Elijah!!!!

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YES! Please do the Ba'al video

[@JoeMooney]

I find your KZbin page fascinating.....but I've had to do some background study to "keep up"....

[@BenjaminNielson]

Great videos! Did you ever make a video about the Ba'al cycle/rise of Yahwism?

[@TheEsotericaChannel]

Not yet - need to

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I just watched this a second time great video ! .... Loved the dnd reference +1 thunderbolt 😂

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Yeah, the D&D references are strong with this channel

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My dream is to read this subtitle in Portuguese because my English is not fluent. ☹️ Anyway, I love this channel. ♥ ️ ♥ ️ ♥ ️ Amazing content. 👏👏👏

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[@sophiashekinah9872]

I did enjoy it. I was born on Dia de los Muertos, so I have kind of a fascination and healthy respect for it.

[@MLightstone]

The D&D reference had me on the floor.

[@mitutoyo34]

"Death is the way of the world" makes perfect sense...

[@thornsilverhollysong1715]

Loved the +1 thunderbolt vs Yahwism. I was interested in this video because my Patron God (Gwyn ap Nudd) is, as I experience Him, a Divine Psychopomp / Lord of the Dead, and it's neat to see other ideas of death-associated beings, or Death personified as it were. (One of my favorite is Death from the Sandman.) One interesting thing that myself and other modern devotees of Gwyn have found, is that He's rather invested in keeping people *alive*--He's saved my life, and others have said similarly--and also, very much shows a sense of humor. (One of the ways I see Him is almost exactly looking and acting like Jareth from Labyrinth, and I'm not certain that film wasn't Divinely inspired. XD) As a godspouse (kind of like a Pagan nun? but gender neutral and not celibate necessarily), I have a rather close relationship with Gwyn, and He's taken a big role in helping me rebuild my life after recent low periods, and reach the place I want to be. It could be considered rather interesting that a Death God not only seems to be saving people, but also (in my case, and others I've heard from) leading them towards a much healthier and happier quality of life. So, hearing that the Angel is said to sometimes teach people how to avoid them, and also to have a sense of humor at times, was really fascinating! If they ever start giving advice on doing your taxes or learning a new language though, that would be really something.

[@irishmanfromengland25]

which mythos is this? the name sounds celtic somehow, I'm thinking maybe Welsh because of the /y/ vowel?

[@user-kq5vk4xz1m]

At my time of need in my life when I layed injured and abandoned I had one request granted to me by a presence that loomed over my body. I asked why my rest had been disturbed and the response was infuriating, respect thy father and thy mother. I had no interest in bargaining with outside forces yet the presence remained. The conversation eventually lead to a forced confession, my heart responded and I was granted a sweet depiction of the story of a flood and the reason why my request was the description of love.

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I’m very interested in a future episode of Ba’al.

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👏🙂 Very interesting

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Bedankt, Dutch for Thanks.

[@thomastate5405]

i would absolutely love to know more history on Baal

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Thank you! 💛

[@veenorbury1429]

This was awesome! I'd love to hear more about the Baal cycle, Yahwism, and Santa Muerte!

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مَن كَانَ عَدُوًّا لِّلَّهِ وَمَلَائِكَتِهِ وَرُسُلِهِ وَجِبْرِيلَ وَمِيكَالَ فَإِنَّ اللَّهَ عَدُوٌّ لِّلْكَافِرِينَ I think this the only verse in Quran mentioning an angle “by name” other than Gabriel🥀♥️

[@blindgravy13]

More Ba'al, please. Thank you.

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Shocked 😲

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Thank you!!!

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Oh ... and thank thee 🙏

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[@DDDothager]

In 1996, in broad daylight, I saw a ghost, or spirit, that looked similar to the Egypian god Anubis .

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