Aggeus

noun

Meaning

A Latinized form of the Hebrew name Haggai, used primarily in ecclesiastical and historical contexts to identify the prophet who encouraged the rebuilding of the Second Temple in Jerusalem.

Examples

The medieval manuscript contained a detailed commentary on the prophecies of Aggeus.
Scholars often compare the Latin Vulgate translation of Aggeus with the original Hebrew text.

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Aggeus

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈædʒiəs/

Definition

A Latinized form of the Hebrew name Haggai, used primarily in ecclesiastical and historical contexts to identify the prophet who encouraged the rebuilding of the Second Temple in Jerusalem.

Examples

The medieval manuscript contained a detailed commentary on the prophecies of Aggeus.
Scholars often compare the Latin Vulgate translation of Aggeus with the original Hebrew text.

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