Alexander
Alexander, along with Hymenaeus, was an opponent of Paul's teaching and was handed over to Satan by Paul.
The name Alexander means “one who assists men”
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Summary
A man living at the time of the New Testament, first mentioned at 1 Timothy 1:20; only referred to as Alexander (Ἀλέξανδρος).
Glossary entries
Alternative names
- ἈλέξανδροςAlexander
Mentions
Includes 1 verse that refer to Alexander without naming them, as “he”, “she”, or the subject of a verb.
- Among them are Hymenaeus and Alexander, whom I have handed over to Satan to be taught not to blaspheme.
- Alexander the coppersmith did great harm to me. The Lord will repay him according to his deeds.
- 2 Timothy 4:15Referred to, not namedYou too should beware of him, for he has vigorously opposed our message.