Abraxas

/əˈbræksəs/ noun

Definition

A mystical or magical word used in ancient Gnostic and magical traditions, often inscribed on amulets and talismans for protection or power.

Etymology

From Greek origin, possibly from ancient Gnostic religious texts, the word's etymology is debated but may relate to Gnostic cosmology; it gained prominence in occult and magical traditions.

Kelly Says

The letters in 'Abraxas' add up to 365 in Greek numerology, matching the days in a year—ancient magicians believed this hidden number made it incredibly powerful, and it's one of history's most famous words for invoking supernatural protection.

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