Entity: GRIM-REAPER
The Grim Reaper is a figure commonly used to represent death, often depicted as a skeleton or solemn-looking man carrying a scythe.
GRIM REAPER
Etymology
The term 'Grim Reaper' is believed to have originated from the combination of the word 'grim,' meaning fierce or sinister, and 'reaper,' referring to one who harvests crops. It was first attested in 1847.
Definition
The Grim Reaper is a personification of death, often depicted as a skeletal figure wielding a scythe, symbolizing the end of life.
Historical Context
Throughout history, the Grim Reaper has been a prevalent symbol in various cultures, representing mortality and the inevitability of death.
Cultural Significance
The Grim Reaper is a widely recognized symbol in popular culture, appearing in art, literature, and folklore as a harbinger of death.
Related Concepts
The concept of the Grim Reaper is similar to other personifications of death found in different cultures, such as the Aztec god Mictlantecuhtli and the Hindu god Yama.
See Also
- Death personified
- Psychopomp
- Mictlantecuhtli
- Yama
A personification of death, typically portrayed as a skeletal figure wielding a scythe.