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Princeton's WordNet

  1. Wise Men, Maginoun

    (New Testament) the sages who visited Jesus and Mary and Joseph shortly after Jesus was born; the Gospel According to Matthew says they were guided by a star and brought gifts of gold and frankincense and myrrh; because there were three gifts it is usually assumed that there were three of them

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  1. wise men

    Wise men are individuals, typically male, who are characterized by their exceptional knowledge, discernment, and understanding. They often possess deep insight, wisdom, and good judgement, which they utilize in addressing complex issues or making crucial decisions. Their wisdom commonly stems from their wealth of experiences, profound learning, and the ability to apply these insights in practical situations. They are often looked upon for advice, guidance, and solutions. They may be scholars, leaders, philosophers, or elders within a community, but their characteristic wisdom can set them apart.

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  1. wise mennoun

    The Greek word is magoi; the English word "magi" is based on a Persian word. They were eastern sages who observed the heavens for signs and omens.

    The wise men knew how to navigate the (smeas) sun, moon, earth and stars to be a witness of the birth of the Messiah.

    Etymology: Scribes


    Submitted by Tehorah_Elyon on September 3, 2023  

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of wise men in Chaldean Numerology is: 2

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of wise men in Pythagorean Numerology is: 7

Examples of wise men in a Sentence

  1. Cato the Elder:

    Wise men learn more from fools than fools from the wise.

  2. Saul Bellow:

    Wise men talk because they have something to say, fools talk because they have to say something.

  3. Cato the Elder:

    Wise men profit more from fools than fools from wise men for the wise men shun the mistakes of fools, but fools do not imitate the successes of the wise.

  4. Plutarch:

    For to err in opinion, though it be not the part of wise men, is at least human.

  5. Alphonse de Lamartine:

    Experience is the only prophecy of wise men.


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