Reading 5- Demon Council

In the demon council, Satan speaks first, saying that their loss makes them stronger and will make their victory that much more satisfying. He says that they have to unite against God and invites his followers to speak their opinions.  Moloch speaks first, promoting full-force immediate attack on God and Heaven. His words and argument are made forceful and less appealing because of his uncontrollable and self-consuming hatred towards God and his inclination for brute force.  Belial speaks next. He argues for no war at all but waiting in Hell. He says that they will get to used to the fires of Hell and will prefer them over the wrath of God. He basically says that they are lucky that their punishment was not more severe.  Belial's argument seems more reasonable and appealing than Moloch's because of his eloquent speech, but is unsatisfying because of his laziness and lack of motivation for anything.  Mammon speaks last and has the most persuasive and logical argument. He seems almost more motivated and moving than Satan because of the strength and steadfastness of his position. Unlike Satan, he does not change his mind or switch opinions in order to manipulate the other demons. He simply says what he believes, so one might even say he's more driven and more powerful than Satan.