Characters in myth who are part god and part human, often the offspring of a mating between a god and a mortal. Heracles is an example from Classical mythology. The mating of humans and gods who take the form of animals is a very common motif in the myths of Native Americans. See also "totem."

Finite living beings empowered with vast intelligence and influence for administration of the material universe on behalf of the Supreme Lord.

universal controllers and residents of the higher planets.