The association of demons with cold, a stark contrast to the more common imagery of fire, holds significant symbolic weight and connects deeply with various magical principles. This chilling depiction often signifies the absence of life and vitality, much like extreme cold halts biological processes, symbolizing decay, dormancy, and ultimate cessation (Russell, 1995). Furthermore, cold evokes feelings of emptiness and despair, with demons embodying this frigid influence representing the draining of hope, joy, and emotional […]