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Leviathan is a sea monster or giant sea creature mentioned in the Bible, particularly in the Book of Job and the Book of Psalms. It is often depicted as a fearsome and powerful creature that symbolizes chaos and destruction. In modern usage, Leviathan can also refer to something that is large, powerful, or overwhelming in size or influence.
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1. Biblical Creature:
- A sea monster or serpent described in the Old Testament book of Job (41) and Isaiah (27:1).
- It is depicted as an immense and fearsome creature that rules the sea and symbolizes chaos and evil.
2. Political Treatise:
- "Leviathan" is the title of a political philosophy book by Thomas Hobbes (1588-1679).
- It argues that humans are naturally selfish and competitive, and that a strong central government is necessary to maintain peace and order.
3. Social Theory:
- In social theory, "Leviathan" has been used to describe the power of the state to control and regulate society.
- It can refer to both the legitimate authority of the state and the potential for its abuse.
4. Symbolic Use:
- Leviathan is often used as a symbol of power, chaos, or the unknown.
- It may be depicted as a sea serpent, a dragon, or a giant fish.
5. Scientific Name:
- "Leviathan" is also the scientific name for a genus of extinct marine reptiles that lived during the Cretaceous period.
- These animals were large, predatory creatures with massive jaws and sharp teeth.
6. Cultural References:
- Leviathan has appeared in various forms in literature, art, and popular culture.
- Examples include the novel "Moby-Dick" by Herman Melville and the song "Kashmir" by Led Zeppelin.
- A sea monster or serpent described in the Old Testament book of Job (41) and Isaiah (27:1).
- It is depicted as an immense and fearsome creature that rules the sea and symbolizes chaos and evil.
2. Political Treatise:
- "Leviathan" is the title of a political philosophy book by Thomas Hobbes (1588-1679).
- It argues that humans are naturally selfish and competitive, and that a strong central government is necessary to maintain peace and order.
3. Social Theory:
- In social theory, "Leviathan" has been used to describe the power of the state to control and regulate society.
- It can refer to both the legitimate authority of the state and the potential for its abuse.
4. Symbolic Use:
- Leviathan is often used as a symbol of power, chaos, or the unknown.
- It may be depicted as a sea serpent, a dragon, or a giant fish.
5. Scientific Name:
- "Leviathan" is also the scientific name for a genus of extinct marine reptiles that lived during the Cretaceous period.
- These animals were large, predatory creatures with massive jaws and sharp teeth.
6. Cultural References:
- Leviathan has appeared in various forms in literature, art, and popular culture.
- Examples include the novel "Moby-Dick" by Herman Melville and the song "Kashmir" by Led Zeppelin.
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