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Barlaam

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Gender Masculine
Usage Judeo-Christian Legend

Meaning & History

Meaning unknown. In Christian legends Barlaam (recorded as Greek Βαρλαάμ) was a 3rd-century hermit who converted Josaphat, the son of an Indian king, to Christianity. The story is based on that of the Buddha. This name was also borne by two saints.
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Other Languages & CulturesVarlaam, Varlam(Russian)

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Orthodox Saints, saints
Entry updated May 29, 2020 ·
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