gaspar
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Definition
Proper noun * One of the three Magi (also called the Three Wise Men or Three Kings) who, according to the Gospel of Matthew, traveled from the East to Bethlehem to pay homage to the infant Jesus, bringing gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. Gaspar is traditionally depicted as offering the gift of frankincense.
Usage
- The name "Gaspar" is used almost exclusively in religious, artistic, and historical contexts related to the Nativity story.
- It is a proper noun and is always capitalized.
Examples
- In many Nativity scenes, the figure representing Gaspar is shown holding a casket of frankincense.
- The three Magi—Melchior, Gaspar, and Balthazar—are central figures in the celebration of Epiphany.
- Medieval art often depicts Gaspar as the youngest of the three kings.
Advanced Usage
- "The Gifts of the Magi": While not a phrase using "Gaspar" alone, his specific gift of frankincense is a key part of this symbolic tradition, representing the priesthood or the divine nature of Christ.
- In Apocryphal Texts: Some non-canonical Christian writings provide expanded narratives about Gaspar and the other Magi, describing their origins and later lives.
Variants and Related Words
- Caspar: An alternative and common spelling of the same name.
- Jasper: Another variant spelling, particularly in older English texts.
- Magi: The collective term for the group, of which Gaspar is a member.
- Three Wise Men / Three Kings: Common descriptive terms for the Magi.
Synonyms
- (One of the) Magi
- (One of the) Three Wise Men
- (One of the) Three Kings
Related Cultural and Idiomatic References
- The Adoration of the Magi: A frequent subject in Christian art depicting Gaspar and the other kings presenting their gifts to Jesus.
- Epiphany: The Christian feast day (January 6th) that commemorates the visit of the Magi, with Gaspar as a principal figure in the story.
Noun
- (New Testament) one of the three sages from the east who came bearing gifts for the infant Jesus