Holofernes
Captain of the Assyrian army
/hɒləfərnz//hɒləˈfərnes/
Meaning & Origin
In the Old Testament Book of Judith, Holofernes is the Assyrian military commander leading an invasion of Judah. After being tricked by the widow Judith, he is killed, paving the way for Jewish victory.
Spiritual meaning
Symbolizes courage and faith in the face of adversity
Language details
Holofernes
wide bearing, wide helmeted
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
/hɒləfərnz/
/hɒləˈfərnes/
Lucky number
7
Lucky day
Friday
Lucky colors
Life path
5
Lucky stone
Ruby
Cultural & Spiritual notes
Holofernes is remembered in history as a symbol of Babylonian power and military might, whose downfall ultimately represented the triumph of the Jewish people and their faith.
St. Holofernes was later canonized as a martyr in the Roman Catholic Church. His death, resulting from a cunning manifestation of faith, serves as an inspiration to those facing overwhelming adversity and a call to trust in the power of God.
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