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Meaning of archon

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

archon

Pronunciation:/ˈɑː(ɹ)kən/

noun

Definitions

  1. A chief magistrate of ancient Athens.

  2. A person who claims the right to rule, or to exercise power or sovereign authority over other human beings.

  3. A ruler, head of state or other leader.

  4. (gnosticism) A supernatural being subordinate to the Demiurge.