Term
demonized
To be under demonic influence, suggesting extensive control that may not amount to total possession.
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Definition
To be under demonic influence (Greek daimonizomai). The term often suggests more extensive demonic control than 'oppressed,' though not necessarily total possession.
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- See also
- demon possessionTerm
Sources
- 1.Wayne A. Grudem Systematic Theology: An Introduction to Biblical Doctrine. 2nd ed.. (Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan Academic, 2020). 20B.1Original citation: Grudem, Wayne A. Systematic Theology: An Introduction to Biblical Doctrine. 2nd ed. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan Academic, 2020, 20B.1.
Last revised August 14, 2026