The Jews tell us that Shamhozai, “the judge of all earth,” debauched himself with women, repented, and by way of penance was suspended by the feet, head downwards, between heaven and earth.--Bereshit rabbi (in Gen. vi. 2).
Zohauk, the Nubian slave; a disguise assumed by Sir Kenneth.--Sir W. Scott, The Talisman (time, Richard I.).
Zoilos (in Latin Zoïlus), a grammarian, witty, shrewd and spiteful. He was nicknamed “Homer’s Scourge” (Homēro-mastix), because he assailed the Iliad and Odyssey with merciless severity. He also flew at Plato, Isoc´ratês, and other high game.
The Sword of Zoïlos, the pen of a critic.
Zoilus. J. Dennis, the critic whose attack on Pope produced The Dunciad, was so called (1657-1733).
Zoleikha (3 syl.), Potiphar’s wife.--Sale, Al Korân, xii. (note).
Zophiel [Zo.fel], “of cherubim the swiftest wing.” The word means “God’s spy.” Zophiel brings word to the heavenly host that the rebel crew are preparing a second and fiercer attack.
Zophiel, of cherubim the swiftest wing,
Came flying, and in mid-air aloud thus cried:
“Arm, warriors, arm for fight.”