Baal-Zebub is a name that originates from ancient Near Eastern mythology, often associated with a deity worshipped in the city of Ekron. The name translates to "Lord of the Flies," and he was considered a god of healing and divination. In the Hebrew Bible, Baal-Zebub is mentioned in the context of a Philistine king seeking guidance from this deity. In later Christian texts, Baal-Zebub became synonymous with evil and was often used as a term for Satan or a demon. This transformation reflects the shift in perception from a local god to a figure representing malevolence in religious narratives.