Lamia
Lamia is a spirit from Roman Christian mythology. Originally a figure from classical Greek mythology - a lover of Zeus who turned into a monster after Hera killed her children - Lamia was adopted into Roman and later Christian demonology. In Vatican tradition, Lamia represents the demonic forces that threaten innocent souls, particularly unbaptized infants. Medieval Christian writers described Lamia as a female demon who lures and devours children. Augustine referenced Lamia-type creatures in City of God, discussing whether monstrous beings could be saved. In some accounts, Lamia has the upper