Abraxas

Abraxas is a mystical word and symbol found in various ancient Gnostic texts and traditions. It often represents a deity or a cosmic principle embodying both good and evil. The name is associated with a figure that encompasses the entirety of existence, merging opposites such as light and darkness. In some beliefs, Abraxas is depicted as a being with a human body, a head of a rooster, and serpentine legs. It has also appeared in popular culture, influencing literature and music, where it symbolizes complexity and the intertwining of various forces in life.