Dictionary term
Agares
Direct answer
Agares is the second Goetic spirit, a duke associated with languages, return, movement, and the collapse of status.
Agares is a Goetic duke linked with languages, runaways, movement, and shaken authority.
Quick reference
- Use when
- Use Agares to discuss language, return, and destabilized power inside the Goetic catalog.
- Do not use it for
- Do not turn the language-teaching claim into practice advice.
- Reference category
- Demons & Fallen Beings
- Related terms
- Demon, Fallen Angel, Spiritual Warfare, Discernment
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The story behind Agares
The Ars Goetia describes Agares as an old fair man riding a crocodile with a goshawk, teaching languages and bringing back runaways.
Agares in spiritual tradition
Spiritually, Agares asks whether words restore order or shake it apart.
Agares in the Bible
From a biblical standpoint, reference to Agares emphasizes historical, spiritual, and moral discernment. Scriptural theology focuses heavily on the ultimate authority of God, the protective lordship of Jesus Christ, and the cultivation of peace, truth, and mental clarity rather than a fascination with dark entities. Exploring these mentions historically serves to demystify folklore and replace panic with spiritual resilience.
Why Agares matters
Agares matters because his office combines communication, reversal, and disruption, making him one of the more symbolically vivid early Goetic figures.
Agares at work: an example
In symbolic reading, Agares may represent speech that returns what has fled or exposes unstable authority.
Where interpretation stops
Information on Agares is presented strictly for educational, historical, and devotional purposes. Complex or sensitive spiritual topics are approached with absolute calm and balance, avoiding any ritual instructions, superstitions, or exaggerated claims. If you are experiencing distress, anxiety, or safety concerns related to these themes, we warmly encourage seeking support from trusted local pastoral, clinical, or counseling resources to ensure your well-being.
Safety note
Sources and editorial method
This concise reference separates established definitions from historical, symbolic, or interpretive claims. Entries without external references are presented as editorial summaries rather than primary-source scholarship.
- Source
- The Great Almanac Dictionary
- Category
- Demons & Fallen Beings
- Also appears in
- Demons & Fallen Beings
- Aliases
- None listed
- Last updated
- 2026-07-15
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Common questions
What is Agares?
Agares is the second Goetic spirit, a duke associated with languages, return, movement, and the collapse of status.
How should Agares be understood spiritually?
Use Agares to discuss language, return, and destabilized power inside the Goetic catalog.
What should I avoid when interpreting Agares?
Do not turn the language-teaching claim into practice advice.
