Category: Gnostic Deity · Origin: Gnostic Christianity, Basilides, Ancient Egypt
Abraxas is a deity in Gnostic systems, particularly the teachings of Basilides (2nd century CE), representing the supreme power that encompasses and transcends both good and evil. The name Abraxas has a numerical value of 365 in Greek gematria, corresponding to the days of the year and symbolizing totality and cosmic cycles.
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Composite being with rooster head, human body, serpent legs, holding whip and shield