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chaldean

A Chaldean astronomer studies the stars from an ancient observatory.

Definition

  1. Adjective:

    • Relating to ancient Chaldea: Pertaining to the ancient region of Chaldea, its people, its language, or its culture.
    • Relating to occult wisdom: Pertaining to a tradition of astrology and mystical learning historically associated with Chaldea.

  2. Noun:

    • An inhabitant of ancient Chaldea: A member of the Semitic people who lived in the southern part of Babylonia (Chaldea).
    • A seer or astrologer: A wise man, especially one skilled in occult learning, astrology, or divination. This usage stems from the historical reputation of Chaldeans for astronomy and astrology.
Usage Examples

  • Adjective:

    • The museum displayed Chaldean artifacts from the Babylonian period.
    • He studied Chaldean astrology and its influence on later traditions.

  • Noun:

    • The Chaldeans were known for their advancements in astronomy.
    • In the story, the king summoned the Chaldeans to interpret his mysterious dream.
Advanced Usage
  • The term Chaldean is often used in historical and biblical contexts to refer specifically to the Neo-Babylonian Empire, most famously under King Nebuchadnezzar II.
  • In later esoteric and occult traditions, a Chaldean is synonymous with a master astrologer or magician, referencing their ancient knowledge.
Variants and Related Words
  • Chaldea (noun): The ancient region in southeastern Mesopotamia.
  • Chaldaea (noun): An alternative name for Chaldea.
  • Chaldee (noun/adj.): An older term sometimes used synonymously with Chaldean, particularly regarding language.
Synonyms
  • Adjective: Babylonian (in certain historical contexts).
  • Noun (for inhabitant): Babylonian.
  • Noun (for seer): soothsayer, astrologer, magus, diviner, sage.
Related Phrases and Idioms
  • The Chaldeans: This phrase often collectively refers to the astrologer-priests or wise men in ancient Babylonian courts, as depicted in biblical texts like the Book of Daniel.
    • "Then the king commanded to call the magicians, and the astrologers, and the sorcerers, and the Chaldeans..." (Daniel 2:2).
chaldean

A Chaldean astronomer studies the stars from an ancient observatory.

Adjective
  1. of or relating to ancient Chaldea or its people or language or culture
Noun
  1. an inhabitant of ancient Chaldea
  2. a wise man skilled in occult learning

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