The Djinn (also spelled “Jinn”) is a diverse array of supernatural beings with unique forms and abilities. They are often categorized based on their characteristics, nature, and functions. Here’s a fascinating list of some types and names of Djinn:
Marid:
Characteristics: Considered Djinn’s most potent and proud type. Known for their strength and size, Marids are often depicted as living near water.
Abilities: Capable of granting wishes, but usually require persuasion or binding.
Associations: Abundance and prosperity
Ifrit:
Characteristics: Associated with fire, Ifrits are known for being strong and cunning. They are often depicted as rebellious and evil spirits.
Abilities: Possess significant magical powers and are capable of taking revenge or causing harm.
Associations: Transformation & Vengance
Ghul (or “Ghoul”):
Characteristics: Often portrayed as evil spirits that dwell in graveyards and feast on human flesh. Ghouls are shape-shifters and are linked to desert settings.
Abilities: Known for shape-shifting and luring travelers to their doom.
Associations: Sin eaters, Removers dis-ease and dis-comfort
Sila:
Characteristics: Femaninesc Djinn, who are skilled in magic and often appear in the folklore of the Arabian Peninsula.
Abilities: Can change shape and often engage with humans mystically or deceptively.
Associations: Rain, good fortune, technology, creation, ingenuity
Jann:
Characteristics: Considered the weakest and most neutral of the Djinn. They are thought to live in remote areas like deserts and forests.
Abilities: Possess minor magical abilities and are generally non-threatening.
Associations: Nature & fertility