👉 In religion and spirituality, "hellfires" refers to a particular type of fire that is often used as a metaphor for spiritual or moral purification. In Christianity, it's commonly associated with the idea of purifying oneself through the act of burning flames (also known as "fire") in order to cleanse one's soul from sin and gain salvation. In Hinduism, "hellfires" are believed to be manifestations of the fire-bringing gods, which are often depicted as fierce, fiery creatures.