According to the Bible scripture, Eve was the first woman on earth. However, Jewish mythology and many religions claim that the fair sex originates from a woman named Lilith. It is necessary to figure out where the truth is here.
The first women on Earth, Lilith and Eve, have their own differences. Eva has a positive image of the creator of the family hearth and keeping it warm. Lilith is characterized by the inflexibility and freedom of the essence, opposing the image of Eve. Since, according to ancient myths, Lilith nevertheless appeared earlier, it is worth dwelling on her in more detail.
Lilith is often portrayed as having long, luxurious hair and a beautiful body. Her image is often accompanied by drawings of night animals, owls, or the Devil himself, who is her patron saint according to some legends. Lilith is a creature created from the same material as Adam, but for some reason rejected by God himself. After an “unsuccessful” attempt to create the first woman, the Almighty created from Adam's rib a different female creature named Eve.
According to numerous Jewish myths and legends, as well as Old Slavonic, Japanese and even African beliefs, the unbridled and beautiful Lilith is at the head of the dark forces, letting fear on all of Adam's descendants, as if cursing them for betrayal. This is a night beauty, who kills children unprotected with special amulets, and a seducer of sleeping youths. She rules over all demons and unseen creatures, her character is described as demonic, magical and mysterious. Brave, free and beautiful, not recognizing earthly prejudices and shackles, Lilith is a product of a higher mind that could not accept her strength of mind and inflexibility.
Not conquered by Adam, she left the very first man, not wanting to remain a diligent wife for the rest of her days. According to legend, three angels were sent in pursuit of her, from which an interesting custom was born, and to this day is found in the traditions of many peoples of the world: sacred amulets with the names or images of three angels written on them, or Lilith, are hung over the crib of newborn children.
