Definition: Paththini, in Greek mythology, refers to a serpent or serpentine creature. The word comes from the Latin word "parathinus," meaning "serpent." It was one of Hades' most feared beasts, associated with destruction and the underworld. The word is often used figuratively to mean something unpleasant or unwanted. In this sense, it can also refer to a person's appearance or traits that others find unappealing or unattractive. In Greek mythology, Paththini represented the cycle of death and rebirth for Hades, with its snake-like shape indicating the underworld was where souls were being born to take their final journey. The serpent also symbolized its transformation from an inanimate object into a living creature. It was often depicted as a fearsome monster that caused chaos and destruction, especially when it was found in the underworld or among humans. In many myths, Paththini played a role in the stories of Hades, the god of the underworld, and the underworld's inhabitants. In the New Testament, Paul uses the word to describe an enemy of Christ who is described as being "in his own body" (1 Corinthians 15:27). This image is used metaphorically to suggest a person is not alone in their struggle with sin or temptation.
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