james ussher
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Definition
Proper noun * James Ussher: A 17th-century Irish Anglican archbishop and scholar, most famous for his biblical chronology that calculated the date of the creation of the world.
Usage
- James Ussher is used as a proper noun to refer to the historical figure. It is often mentioned in discussions of historical chronology, theology, and the history of science.
- The chronology proposed by James Ussher was widely accepted in his time.
- Archbishop James Ussher was also a noted collector of manuscripts.
Advanced Usage
- Ussherian chronology: Refers specifically to the system of dating historical events based on James Ussher's biblical calculations.
- The Ussherian chronology places the Great Flood in the year 2348 BC.
Variants and Related Words
- Ussher (surname): Often used alone to refer to James Ussher, especially in academic contexts.
- According to Ussher, creation began on October 23, 4004 BC.
Synonyms
- Archbishop Ussher
- James Usher (an alternative, less common spelling of the surname)
Related Phrases/Concepts
- Annals of the World (Annales Veteris Testamenti): The title of James Ussher's major Latin work containing his chronology.
- Ussher detailed his calculations in the Annals of the World.
- 4004 BC: The year for the creation of the world as calculated by James Ussher.
- The date 4004 BC is indelibly linked to the name James Ussher.
Noun
- Irish prelate who deduced from the Bible that Creation occurred in the year 4004 BC (1581-1656)