Termagant
deity Christian single tradition · 1
A figure presented as a deity in the Song of Roland's portrayal of Muslims. Associated with Abaddon, Mahome, and Apollyon in the 11th-century epic poem. The depiction is part of medieval Christian literary representations of Islamic practices.
When
- First attested
- 1000 CE
- Attested period
- 1000 – 1099
- Historical notes
- Presented as a deity in the 11th-century Song of Roland's portrayal of Muslims in medieval Christian literature.
Relationships
Sources
wikipedia (1)
Source passages
“This work associates Abaddon with figures such as Mahome (Mahound), Apollyon (Appolin), and Termagant, which are presented as deities in the context of the poem's portrayal of Muslims.”
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