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the Week of Proper 28 / Ordinary 33
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Aniran

Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

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in Persian mythology, is an Ized, a genius of the pure light, and the spiritual essence of fire and water united, in which form he surrounds the canopy of heaven. This genius is present at weddings, and the 30th day of each month is consecrated to him, under his name, and is generally observed as a holiday.

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McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Aniran'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/​encyclopedias/​eng/​tce/​a/aniran.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.
 
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