Alexander
Mentioned AD 65–66 traditional (Jones)
A coppersmith who, with Hymenaeus and others, promulgated certain heresies regarding the resurrection (1 Tim. 1:19; 2 Tim. 4:14), and made shipwreck of faith and of a good conscience. Paul excommunicated him (1 Tim. 1:20; comp. 1 Cor. 5:5).
From Easton’s Bible Dictionary (1897).
- Tagged in
- 2 verses
- Mentioned in the era of the New Testament, 4 BC to AD 100.
- Named in the same verses as Hymenaeus and Satan.
Computed from the data. Years are traditional (Jones).
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Mentions
2 tagged verses in 2 books. Select a book to read its verses.
The name in each translation
| Text | Occurrences of each name |
|---|---|
| BSB | Alexander 5 |
| KJV | Alexander 6 |
| ASV | Alexander 6 |
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Every verse
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1 Timothy1 verse
- 1:20
Among them are Hymenaeus and Alexander, whom I have handed over to Satan to be taught not to blaspheme.
2 Timothy1 verse
- 4:14
Alexander the coppersmith did great harm to me. The Lord will repay him according to his deeds.
Easton’s Bible Dictionary
The full entry, public domain, as printed in 1897.
A coppersmith who, with Hymenaeus and others, promulgated certain heresies regarding the resurrection (1 Tim. 1:19; 2 Tim. 4:14), and made shipwreck of faith and of a good conscience. Paul excommunicated him (1 Tim. 1:20; comp. 1 Cor. 5:5).