ʿifrīt [ʕifriːt] ⓘ), plural عفاريت ʿafārīt), is a powerful type of demon in islamic culture. 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. 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 figures in their lore Ifrits are supposedly a type of jinn that have a rebellious nature.
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 strength and cunning. While ordinary weapons and forces have no power over them, they are susceptible to magic, which humans can use to kill them or to capture and enslave them As with the jinn, an ifrit may be either a believer or an unbeliever, good or evil, but is most often depicted as a wicked and ruthless being. 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 canyons. Ifrit, also spelled as efreet and afrit (arabic
The afarit are often associated with the underworld and also identified with the spirits of the dead, and have been compared to evil geniī loci in european culture. The term “ifrit” originates from arabic folklore and refers to a class of supernatural beings known for their fiery nature and formidable powers The word itself is derived from the arabic root “أفَرَ” (afara), meaning to be strong or powerful. Mythical being from arabic folklore, a powerful and rebellious spirit made of smokeless fire, often depicted as malevolent or cunning.
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