
American religious sect leader of Branch Davidians (1959-1993)
1959 — 1993
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American religious sect leader of Branch Davidians (1959-1993)
Born
August 17, 1959
Died
1993 (age ~34)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
cult leader
1959
Born in Houston (1959-08-17)
1993
Died in Mount Carmel Center
About
David Koresh was an American cult leader and preacher who played a central role in the Waco siege of 1993. As the head of the Branch Davidians, a religious sect, Koresh claimed to be its final prophet. His apocalyptic Biblical teachings, including interpretations of the Book of Revelation and the Seven Seals, attracted various followers.
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David Koresh was an American cult leader and preacher who played a central role in the Waco siege of 1993. As the head of the Branch Davidians, a religious sect, Koresh claimed to be its final prophet. His apocalyptic Biblical teachings, including interpretations of the Book of Revelation and the S
The name Wayne means "A surname originating as an occupation.. Etymology: An occupational surname for a cartwright, wagon. Cf. wain.". It is of English origin.
Wayne Koresh was born on August 17, 1959.
Wayne Koresh died in 1993, at approximately 34 years of age.
Name Meaning
A surname originating as an occupation.. Etymology: An occupational surname for a cartwright, wagon. Cf. wain.
The name Wayne is of English origin, meaning "A surname originating as an occupation.. Etymology: An occupational surname for a cartwright, wagon. Cf. wain.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Wayne — August 17, 1959
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Western Zodiac
Leo
Confident, generous, warm-hearted
Fire · Sun · Jul 23 – Aug 22
Chinese Zodiac
Pig
Compassionate, generous, diligent
Earth · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
6 Men
Eagle — vision, freedom, higher mind
Celtic Tree
Hazel
Wise, perceptive, academic
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Legend.
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Stopped here. Glad I did.
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