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> Just because Christians decided to make him an evil figure The Old Testament predates Christianity. > especially since Satan is responsible for punishing th
by yahoozoo 1y ago
> Just because Christians decided to make him an evil figure
The Old Testament predates Christianity.
> especially since Satan is responsible for punishing the evil souls sent to Hell which seems like a righteous mission
The Bible doesn’t say anything about Satan’s responsibilities. You’re probably referring to fanfic works, such as Milton or Dante.
- bryanrasmussen 1y agoThe Bible does seem to imply some responsibilities of Satan however, mainly to tempt people to deny God in some way.
- pyuser583 1y agoThe main sources for Satan are Genesis, Job, the temptation narratives, and Revelations. The show very different behavior. But outside Genesis, it’s hard to support a Prometheus narrative. The bet made with God in regards to Job is not very empowering to humans.