# Belial — Paradise Lost character guide

> Belial in Paradise Lost by John Milton.

**Role:** minor

**First appearance:** 0001-book-ii

## Who they are

Fallen angel who counsels inaction and deceit in Hell's parliament.

## In the story

### [Book I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/paradise_lost_se/chapters/book-i)

Listed among the fallen angels, described as a spirit more lewd and luxurious than all others, who fled from Heaven but was the most graceful and plausible.

### [Book II: The Council of Hell and Satan's Journey](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/paradise_lost_se/chapters/book-ii)

Advises against war, suggesting patient endurance and avoiding further provocation.

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