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AGAS

Iranian Mythology

This is the name of a DEMON in Iranian mythology. His name is taken from the Avestan word meaning EVIL-EYE, and this DEVIL caused his evil work to be effected though the sense of sight. This demon's domain is the temptation to sin through visual experiences such as voyeurism, lust, and covetousness. AGAS is delighted when he sees men falling into his traps, bringing the opportunity to inflict disease of the eyes on tempted humans.

SOURCE: Spirits, Fairies, Leprechauns, and Goblins Encyclopedia

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