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The Clue

First-century mystic (6 letter answer)

The Answer

ESSENE

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Notes

The answer ESSENE is seen frequently, appearing about once every 140 puzzles.

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Definition

ESSENE as a noun:

1. a member of an ascetic Jewish sect around the time of Jesus

ESSENE as an adjective:

1. said of or relating to the Essenes