# Porphyrian tree

> English word · Noun

## Definitions
1. A tree-like hierarchical diagram illustrating a scale of being.

## Etymology
Originally suggested by the Ancient Greek philosopher and logician Porphyry.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
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