Leviathan (/ l ɪ ˈ v aɪ. ə θ ən / ⓘ liv-EYE-ə-thən; Hebrew: לִוְיָתָן, romanized: Līvyāṯān; Greek: Λεβιάθαν) is a sea serpent demon noted in theology and mythology.

In the Old Testament, Leviathan appears in Psalms 74:14 as a multiheaded sea serpent that is killed by God and given as food to the Hebrews in the wilderness. In Isaiah 27:1, Leviathan is …

Jun 9, 2025 · While the specific term "Leviathan" is not used in the Book of Revelation, there are symbolic parallels between the sea monster Leviathan, as described in the Old Testament, …

Mar 21, 2017 · Leviathan is known to be a fearsome primordial being that ruled over all other creatures of the sea. There are varying descriptions of the origins and intent of the creature in …

Jul 17, 2017 · Leviathan is a multifaceted symbol in the Bible, representing chaos, evil, human limitations, and the diversity of God’s creation. The references to this creature in Job, Psalms, …

Jul 31, 2024 · Within the Hebrew Bible, Leviathan occupies a unique and multifaceted role, intertwining with themes of divine power, creation, and eschatology. Leviathan first appears in …

Feb 20, 2024 · One of the most darling and devastating creatures of the Old Testament is Leviathan. He is mentioned more than six times by different names and a number of times …

For Canaanite mythology Lotan belonged to the forces of chaos personified by the sea and its monsters, which were conquered by the gods of order. Because it is merely poetic imagery, …

Oct 22, 2024 · The Leviathan is one of the most enigmatic and powerful creatures depicted in biblical texts. Defined as a monstrous sea serpent or dragon, the Leviathan holds significant …

Jul 29, 2021 · Leviathan is said to be a water-borne serpent that God created, and is also considered a monster. Leviathan has also been described as a mammal, and based on some …