Definition: The term "Alistair" comes from the Latin for "of Scotland," meaning "Scottish." It was a nobleman who served as Lord Chancellor of Scotland during the early part of the 13th century, from 1264 until his death in 1278. In the Bible, Alistair is known for being one of the twelve apostles (Matthew 28:19), a man whose life and teachings inspired many later leaders of Christianity. The specific details of his role as a bishop or leader are not as well-known from the New Testament text but were likely significant. In Greek mythology, Alistair was a son of Thetis, the queen of the gods and a goddess of love and beauty. He became king after his father's death due to a dispute with his mother, who held him captive for twelve years. The specific name "Alistair" is from the Latin, not Greek, and can mean various things depending on its origin and usage in different contexts in history. It is often associated with Scottish nobility or spiritual leadership, but it can also have associations with a number of other Christian figures such as Saint Aloysius of Scotland.

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