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Balthasar

Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

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(Βαλτάσαρ ), a Graecized form (Baruch 1:11-12) of the name of the Babylonian king BELSHAZZAR (See BELSHAZZAR) (q.v.).

the name given in the Romish legends, without any foundation, to one of the magi who came to adore our Lord Jesus Christ. (See MAGI).

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