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A variant of the name Elijah, often referring to the major prophet in the Old Testament who ascended to heaven in a chariot of fire.
예문:
"Elias is the Greek form of the Hebrew name Elijah, meaning 'My God is Yahweh'."
"The story of Elias ascending to heaven in a whirlwind is one of the most dramatic narratives in the Books of Kings."
"Many people in Orthodox Christian traditions choose Elias as a baptismal name."