Alexander
Alexander was the son of Simon of Cyrene, who was compelled to carry Jesus' cross.
The name Alexander means “one who assists men”
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Summary
A man living at the time of the New Testament, only mentioned at Mark 15:21; only referred to as Alexander (Ἀλέξανδρος); son of Simon; a brother of Rufus.
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- ἈλέξανδροςAlexander
Mentions
- Now Simon of Cyrene, the father of Alexander and Rufus, was passing by on his way in from the country, and the soldiers forced him to carry the cross of Jesus.