witches' sabbath; black sabbath
Refers to the legendary gathering of witches and demons, often associated with European folklore. Used in historical, literary, or occult contexts.
In medieval Europe, the witches' sabbath was feared as a gathering of witches.
This painting depicts a black sabbath.
Compound of 悪魔 (akuma, 'demon') + の (no, possessive particle) + 宴 (utage, 'feast, banquet'). The phrase is a direct translation of the European concept of 'witches' sabbath' or 'black sabbath'.