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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 …

  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 …

  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 …

  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 …

  7. Across the Islamic World, the Ifrit Brings Miseries Both Large

    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.

  8. Ifrit | Encyclopedia MDPI

    Ifrit, also spelled as efreet and afrit (Arabic: ʻIfrīt: عفريت, pl ʻAfārīt: عفاريت), is a powerful type of demon in Islamic mythology. The afarit are often associated with the underworld and also identified …

  9. The Flaming Fury: Ifrit in Arabic Mythology

    Oct 20, 2024 · 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 …

  10. Ifrit - Mythical Arabic fire entity | mythicalcreatures.info

    Ifrit: Mythical being from Arabic folklore, a powerful and rebellious spirit made of smokeless fire, often depicted as malevolent or cunning.