Complete Definition of "abraxas"

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Etymology
A name adopted by the Egyptian Gnostic Basilides, containing the Greek letters ''αβ�αξα�' which, as numerals, amounted to 365. It was used to signify the supreme deity as ruler of the 365 heavens of his system.

Noun
abraxas

#gnosticism A mystical word used as a charm and engraved on gems among the ancients; also, a gem stone thus engraved.

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