chaldea

• 专有名词，指美索不达米亚南部的一个古代地区和王国，位于幼发拉底河三角洲与波斯湾之间，以其历史重要性及尼布甲尼撒二世时期的强盛而闻名。

A proper noun referring to an ancient region and kingdom in southern Mesopotamia, located between the Euphrates delta and the Persian Gulf, known for its historical significance and power under Nebuchadnezzar II.

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1. C1formal

   An ancient region in southern Mesopotamia, located between the Euphrates delta, the Persian Gulf, and the Arabian Desert. It was settled around 1000 BC and reached its peak under Nebuchadnezzar II before being destroyed by the Persians in 539 BC.

   迦勒底

   • The ancient land of Chaldea was known for its advanced astronomy.
   • Nebuchadnezzar II was one of the most famous rulers of Chaldea.
   • Chaldea fell to the Persian Empire in the 6th century BC.

   同义词babylon

2. Ancient KingdomC1formal

   A kingdom in southern Mesopotamia, often associated with Babylonia. It conquered Israel in the 6th century BC and exiled the Jews to Babylon, where figures like Daniel became advisors to the king.

   迦勒底

   • The Chaldean kingdom played a key role in biblical history.
   • Daniel served as a counselor in the court of the Chaldean king.
   • The Chaldeans were renowned for their knowledge of astrology.

   同义词babylon