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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Sources

  1. 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