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Gharrār is a demon in Islamic mythology and Islam related folklore. The Gharrār is described as a demon resembling dogs or goats, sired by Iblis and a demon from the fires of Samum. Usually female, she preys upon men to assault them and mutilate their genitalia. This demon is expected to live in deserts near the Red Sea.

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  1. Edward William Lane The Thousand and One Nights: Commonly Called in England, The Arabian Nights' Entertainments : a New Translation from the Arabic, with Copious Notes, Band 1 Routledge, Warne, and Routledge, 1865 digitalized: 2. Aug. 2007 p. 32
  2. Theresa Bane Encyclopedia of Demons in World Religions and Cultures McFarland, 10.01.2014 ISBN 9780786488940 p. 148


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