Hell

Legendary 'Well To Hell' Borehole
During the Cold War, America and Russia competed fiercely, even in drilling into the Earth for oil. Russia slowly drilled into a peninsula over many years, aiming to bore the world's deepest hole, while America stalled.

Jesus Descended Into Hell
During Easter week church services, many have wondered: If Jesus died on Good Friday and was resurrected on Easter Sunday, what happened on Holy Saturday? The Bible doesn't provide many answers, but we do have one - an

Hell's Visual History
Artists from the Middle Ages to modern times have explored the concept of Hell through various mediums, imagining its appearance and inner workings. Since no one has visited and returned, our understanding of the underworld relies on paintings of Hell.

Every Interpretation Of Hell, Ranked
Over 400 fans voted on 10+ items in Every Interpretation Of Hell We Could Find, Ranked By How Little You’d Like To Be There. The top 3 are: Christians' Kingdom Of Hell, Ancient Egypt's upside-down realm for the condemned, and the Wiccan punishment for those who break their rules.

Hell As We Know It Might Have Been Based On A Real-Life Place On Earth
The concept of hell as we know it today - a fiery, brimstone world - hasn't always been that way. Historically, the idea of hell is a mix of influences from beyond the Bible, reflected in paintings throughout history, most of which don't depict it as such.

Creepiest Modern Hell Reimaginings
Hell has been reimagined in art, literature, and philosophy since the beginning of art history. With many different interpretations, the various demons and underworld leaders are hard to identify. The inferno itself is a

The Hierarchy Of Hell: Demons Under Satan
Learn about the demon hierarchy of Hell, featuring Lucifer, Satan, Leviathan, and more.

Meet Berith, The Great Duke Of Hell
Berith, also known as Beruth and Ba'al Berith, is a minor but essential figure in biblical history. You might wonder who Berith is, unless you're a demonologist or an extremely religious person.

Creepiest Movie Hells
We've all wondered what happens after we die, which is why movies have long been fascinated with the afterlife. From silent films featuring devils with pitchforks, many movies have explored Hell over the years.

Which Circle Of Hell You'll End Up In, Based On Your Style Of Sinning
Abandon hope, all ye who enter here. In Dante's Inferno, the first book of The Divine Comedy, the soul journeys toward spiritual enlightenment. Dante loses his way in dark woods filled with beasts, where he encounters the ghost of the Roman poet.

Where Our Image Of Hell Comes From
The modern concept of Hell is an underworld of fire and torment. However, the Bible's concept of Hell differs: it was once a shadowy, unsavory place without fire. The apocryphal

Bands Whose Whole Thing Is Hell
The devil has been a part of rock 'n' roll since its early days. In the 1900s, anything that defied traditional society norms was seen as devil worship, especially in jazz and blues.

Meet The Four Satanic Crown Princes Of Hell
Satan has many names in Abrahamic religions, but some are actually aliases for other demons. He's considered the king of the four crown princes of Hell. One of these princes is Lucifer, another is Leviathan, and the other two are Beelzebub and Azazel, in addition to Lu.

Azazel: The Fallen Angel Behind the Biblical Flood
The Bible and other biblical texts describe Hell as a realm filled with fallen angels who became demons, including Azazel. Once a favorite celestial being of God, Azazel rebelled and fell from grace.

Best Anime About Hell
Over 100 anime fans voted on the best anime about hell, with the top 3 being Hoozuki no Reitetsu OVA, Hoozuki no Reitetsu OVA 2, and Hoozuki no Reitetsu.

10 Ways To Bust Out Of Hell: A Practical Guide
You'll likely end up in Hell when you die, but don't worry - it's just statistics. If you haven't lived a pious life, Hell is probably your destination. This article provides a quick look.

The Most Nightmarish Depictions Of Hell Ever Conceived
Artwork depicting hell, with its torture, fire, and horror, can leave even non-religious viewers feeling uneasy.

7 Places That Might Be Gateways to Hell
Do gates to hell exist on our planet? Many religions describe an afterlife that punishes misdeeds committed on Earth. A common thread runs through different cultures and belief systems: live virtuously, or face punishment.

People Who've Claimed To Have Seen Or Gone To Hell
People from all religions argue over hell's existence, but for those on this list, the debate is settled. They claim to have visited hell and returned to warn others of its horrors.

Best Songs About Hell
Over 500 music fans voted on 30+ songs about hell. The current top 3 are Highway to Hell, Sympathy for the Devil, and Heaven and Hell.