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MANICHEE
Manichaean, Manichean, Manichee
(adjective) of or relating to Manichaeism
Manichaean, Manichean, Manichee
(noun) an adherent of Manichaeism
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Man`i*chæ"an, Man`i*che"an, Man"i*chee, n. Etym: [LL. Manichaeus: cf. F. manichéen.]
Definition: A believer in the doctrines of Manes, a Persian of the third century A. D., who taught a dualism in which Light is regarded as the source of Good, and Darkness as the source of Evil. The Manichæans stand as representatives of dualism pushed to its utmost development. Tylor.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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