The Keres: Greek Battle Demons

The Keres: Greek Battle Demons

Prepare to dive into the dark world of the Keres, ancient spirits of death and battle from Greek mythology. These fearsome female entities weren’t just shadows on the battlefield – they were personifications of violent death itself, drawn to suffering, disease, and warfare. Join us as we uncover the haunting origins, powers, and chilling tales of the Keres in a story that spans from ancient Greece to biblical lore."

In this video, we’ll cover:

Origins and Mythology: The Keres as daughters of Nyx and Erebus, or Nyx alone, and their role in Greek mythology
Role and Function: How the Keres served the Fates (Moirai) and Doom (Moros), and their unyielding hunger for souls from violent ends
The Battlefield Feasts: Stories of the Keres descending upon battlefields to claim the souls of the fallen
Epidemics and Plagues: Their connection to death beyond war, including diseases and natural catastrophes
Keres and Biblical Lore: The unique tale of the Keres at the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and the supernatural battle over his soul
Personifications of Death and Beauty: A look at the Keres as both terrifying and strangely alluring figures, bridging beauty and death
The Legacy of the Keres: What the Keres represent about human fears, mortality, and fascination with the end of life
Why Watch?

Gain insights into one of mythology’s darkest figures
Discover the deeper meanings behind the Keres and their place in myth
Understand why these spirits remain powerful symbols of death and the afterlife
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