Dictionary term
Ipos
Direct answer
Ipos is the twenty-second Goetic spirit, a prince and earl associated with wit, courage, and knowledge of past and future.
- Source
- The Great Almanac Dictionary
- Category
- Demons & Fallen Beings
- Also appears in
- Demons & Fallen Beings
- Aliases
- None listed
- Last updated
- 2026-07-15
Quick reference
- Use when
- Use Ipos to discuss how the Goetic catalog treats personality traits as powers to be acquired.
- Do not use it for
- Do not turn courage into bravado or divination into certainty.
- Reference category
- Demons & Fallen Beings
- Related terms
- Demon, Fallen Angel, Spiritual Warfare, Discernment
The story behind Ipos
The Ars Goetia describes Ipos with mixed angelic and animal imagery and credits him with making people witty and bold.
Ipos in spiritual tradition
Spiritually, Ipos asks whether courage is rooted in truth or in borrowed force.
The Great Almanac frames Ipos with educational restraint. Mystical or symbolic language may be meaningful, but it should not be exaggerated into certainty, panic, or permission to ignore ordinary responsibility.
Ipos in the Bible
From a biblical standpoint, reference to Ipos 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 Ipos matters
Ipos matters because his entry links mental sharpness and bravery with divinatory claims.
Example in a reading: Symbolically, Ipos can represent the desire to become clever and courageous without doing the slow work of character.
Interpretive caution: Do not turn courage into bravado or divination into certainty.
How Ipos is used in a reading
Use Ipos to discuss how the Goetic catalog treats personality traits as powers to be acquired.
Where interpretation stops
Information on Ipos 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.
The page starts with a direct definition, then separates use, example, caution, spiritual meaning, and historical context. For astrology, occult, demonology, curse, and spiritual warfare terms, the editorial rule is to explain the term without making fear-based, fatalistic, medical, legal, financial, or ritual-instruction claims.
Personalized next step
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