Titan describes one of a group of primordial gods in Greek myth who belong to an early stage of the cosmos. These figures are associated with fundamental aspects of existence such as time, memory, sky, earth, and natural cycles. Titans are not merely large or strong; they represent foundational powers that shape reality itself. In mythic narratives, they are often portrayed as predecessors to later gods, marking a transition from an older cosmic order to a new one. Over time, the term “titan” came to signify overwhelming power, scale, or influence beyond ordinary limits.
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- Hamilton, Victor P., The Book of Genesis: Chapters 1-17
- Bautch, Kelley Coblentz, "Heavenly Beings Brought Low: A Study of Angels and the Netherworld" in in Reiterer, Friedrich Vinzenz, et al. (eds.) Angels: The Concept of Celestial Beings Origins, Development and Reception
- Bautch, Kelley Coblentz, A Study of the Geography of 1 Enoch 17-19: “No One Has Seen What I Have Seen.”
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