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  1. Ifrit - Wikipedia

    Ifrit, also spelled as efreet, afrit, and afreet (Arabic: عفريت, romanized: ʿifrīt [ʕifriːt] ⓘ), plural عفاريت ʿafārīt), is a powerful type of demon in Islamic culture.

  2. Ifrit | Facts & History | Britannica

    ifrit, in Islamic mythology and folklore, a class of powerful malevolent supernatural beings. The exact meaning of the term ifrit in the earliest sources is difficult to determine.

  3. Ifrit - Mythical Creature of Arabic Folklore | Mythology.net

    Jul 5, 2018 · What is an Ifrit? An Ifrit is a creature that comes to us from Arabic lore. This creature is supposedly connected to their creation story and, is therefore, one of the more feared and respected …

  4. Ifrit – Mythos Anthology

    The term “Ifrit” comes from the Arabic word ʿIfrīt (عفريت), which means “rebellious” or “malicious.” They are mentioned in Islamic texts, most notably in the Quran, where they are described as beings of great …

  5. Ifrit: A Mythical Creature

    Ifrit is a legendary creature that has been mentioned in various folk stories across different cultures. According to these stories, Ifrit is a powerful and malevolent spirit that dwells in the deserts and …

  6. Ifrit | Myth and Folklore Wiki | Fandom

    The literal meaning of ifrit is “wicked”. Ifrits are more commonly known as demonic types of jinn, but it is also another Anglo-Arabic word for demons in general (especially jinn and fallen angels, it's only …

  7. Ifrit in Mythology | Origin, Depiction & Belief - Study.com

    Ifrit, or an ifrit, is a mythological being in Islamic faith and mythology. Usually portrayed as demonic, ifrit are considered the figures most likely responsible for misfortune and evil for...

  8. Across the Islamic World, the Ifrit Brings Miseries Both Large and ...

    Oct 29, 2020 · Popular folklore portrays ifrit as enormous, winged smoke creatures that lurk in ruined and desolate environments—cemeteries, abandoned temples, even garbage dumps.

  9. Ifrit Explained

    An "ifrit among the jinn" is mentioned in a hadith of Muhammad al-Bukhari, attempting to interrupt the prayers of Muhammad [7] and in a narrative of Muhammad's night journey recorded in the eighth …

  10. The Ifrit and the Supernatural: Exploring their Role in Sorcery and ...

    Oct 20, 2024 · The Ifrit holds a significant place in the realm of sorcery and magic, embodying the complexities of supernatural beings in human culture. From its historical origins to its modern …