Islamic mythology Islamic mythology Arabian mythology is the ancient beliefs of the Arabs. Prior to the arrival and initial codification of Islam on the Arabian Peninsula in 622 CE, year one of the Islamic calendar, the physical centre of Islam, the Kaaba of Mecca, did not hold only the single symbol of "the God" as it does now. The Kaaba was instead covered in symbols representing the myriad demons, djinn, demigods and other assorted creatures which represented the profoundly polytheistic environment of pre-Islamic Arabia. We can infer from this plurality an exceptionally broad context in which mythology could flourish. ...more on Wikipedia about "Arabian mythology"
Falak is the omnipotent serpent that lives under the Realm of Fire in the legend of Bahamut. It is said that this serpent is so great that, were it not for fear of Allah, it would swallow all creation. ...more on Wikipedia about "Falak"
Genie is the English term for the Arabic "jinni | جن". In pre-Islamic Arabian mythology and in Islam, a jinni (also "djinni" or "djini") is a member of the jinn (or "djinn"), a race of creatures. ...more on Wikipedia about "Genie"
Ifrit, also spelled efreet, also ifreet, afrit ( Arabic: Afrīt: عفريت, pl Afārīt: عفاريت), are a kind of Jinn from Arabic mythology. ...more on Wikipedia about "Ifrit"
Islamic mythology is a body of mythology developed in Islamic cultures, it should be distinguished from Islamic beliefs. Most times these myths are in contrast with Islam, though sometimes Islamic mythology helps explain or symbolizes Islamic beliefs. ...more on Wikipedia about "Islamic mythology"
Mah is an ancient Persian god of the moon, one of the Yazatas. He is associated with the cow, which plays an important part in old-Iranian mythology, and presides over time and tide. He is mentioned as an assistant of Vohu Manah. The seventh day of the month is dedicated to Mah. ...more on Wikipedia about "Mah"
Marid ( Arabic : مارد ) (common mythos) is a djinn related to element water. In sorcery books Jinn are classified into four races after the classical elements, where they live viz. Earth, Air, Fire and Water. As common in the occult, accounts differ, but it is often described as the most powerful type of djinn, and the most arrogant and proud as well. Female or male, its skin is deep blue or green, and its hair always looks wet and wavy, as though underwater. They are assumed to have great powers over their element and, just like every djinn, they have free will yet could be compelled to perform chores, they have the ability to grant wishes to mortals, but that would usually require battle, and according to some sources; imprisonment, rituals or just a great deal of plain flattery. ...more on Wikipedia about "Marid"
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