Meaning & Origin
In Greek mythology, Cassandra was a Trojan princess who was granted the gift of prophecy by Apollo but was cursed that no one would believe her. Derived from Greek kassandra, meaning 'helenize' or 'emasculate'.
Spiritual meaning
A symbol of divine prophecy and unheeded warnings.
Language details
Cassandre
beautiful woman, worthy of praise
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
/kæsəndrə/
/kæsəndrə/
Lucky number
9
Lucky day
Friday
Lucky colors
Life path
3
Lucky stone
Ruby
Cultural & Spiritual notes
Cassandra's story is a warning against the arrogance of ignoring the warnings of those with knowledge or ability to foresee the future. This name is a reminder of the importance of listening and taking action based on the advice of others, even if that advice is unpalatable or goes against popular opinion.
Cassandra's story also serves as a reminder of the power of God's prophecy and the importance of remaining open to His messages, even when confronted with skepticism or disbelief. The name Cassandra encourages us to trust in the wisdom and guidance of the Divine, and to remain steadfast in our faith, even when faced with adversity or rejected by those around us.
Historical references
Historical records show that Cassandra was a Trojan princess, daughter of King Priam and Hecuba. The name Cassandre carried significant spiritual weight in that era.
3rd century BC
In Greek mythology, Cassandra was granted the gift of prophecy by Apollo, but she was cursed that no one would believe her prophecies.
3rd century BC
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