Astaroth

One of the FALLEN ANGELS and 72 spirits of SOLOMON . Of Syrian origin (according to Voltaire), Astaroth is a demonized version of the goddess Astarte. In Jewish lore, Astaroth was one of the SERAPHIM and a PRINCE of THRONES prior to his fall. In HELL , according to demonologist JOHANN WEYER , he reigns as a “grand- duke.” He commands 40 legions of demons and serves as great treasurer. According to the LEMEGE - TON , he appears either as a “foul angel” or a “beauti- ful angel” who rides a dragon and holds a viper in his right hand. His breath stinks so badly that a magician must use his magic ring to defend his face. Astaroth will give true answers to questions about the past, present, and future. He discovers secrets and is skilled in liberal sciences. He encourages slothful- ness and laziness. Astaroth believes he was punished unjustly by God, and that someday he will be restored to his rightful place in heaven.