Abraxasite
/əˈbræk.sə.saɪt/noun
A rare mineral named after the Gnostic term 'Abraxas', representing a deity in mysticism.
Did you know?Abraxas is often depicted as a figure with a human body and a head of a rooster, symbolizing the duality of existence and the cosmos.
Etymological Timeline
Gnostic Period
Greek
Ἀβραξάς
“A mystical term representing a deity embodying the cosmos' duality.”
19th Century
English
Abraxasite
“A term coined for a mineral linked to the mystical connotations of Abraxas.”
Ancient Greek
Greek
Ἀβράξας
“A Gnostic name signifying the totality of divine power.”
Modern English
English
Abraxasite
“Refers specifically to a mineral, connecting to ancient theosophy and spiritual traditions.”