Zahhak

Zahhak in the Shahnameh

Zahhak or Azhi Dahāka is an evil character in Iranian (Persian) mythology and folklore. He appears in the texts of the Avesta in the Zoroastrian religion.

References

  1. ↑ Bane, Theresa (2012). Encyclopedia of Demons in World Religions and Cultures. McFarland. p. 335. ISBN 978-0-7864-8894-0. Retrieved 1 October 2018.