Meaning & Origin
Persian king who freed the Jews from Babylonian captivity in 538 BC. He allowed the Israelites to return to Jerusalem and rebuild the Temple.
Spiritual meaning
A leader who brings freedom and restoration.
Language details
Cyrus
great king of Persia liberator
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
SY-rus
/ˈsaɪrəs/
Lucky number
1
Lucky day
Thursday
Lucky colors
Life path
1
Lucky stone
Carnelian
Cultural & Spiritual notes
Cyrus's willingness to allow the Jewish exiles to return to their homeland and rebuild their temple marked a significant moment in history. It set a precedent for later emperors and rulers to tolerate religious freedom, contributing to the spread of Christianity and other religions.
In the Christian Bible, Cyrus is mentioned as God's anointed one in Isaiah 45:1, predicting his role in freeing the Jews and allowing them to rebuild their temple. This prophecy supports the belief among Christians that God is actively involved in human history and uses worldly leaders to fulfill His will.
Historical references
Historical records show that In the Bible, Cyrus is the king who allows the Jews to return to Jerusalem. The name Cyrus carried significant spiritual weight in that era.
6th century BC
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