Alexander the coppersmith did me much evil: the Lord reward him according to his works:
What does 2 Timothy 4:14 mean?
There is as much danger from false brethren, as from open enemies. It is dangerous having to do with those who would be enemies to such a man as Paul.
Key themes
Suffering and trialsEnduranceScriptureCourage
Read with
Keep this verse inside 2 Timothy 4:14-16 and alongside a few nearby related passages.
Glossary
- Alexander Person
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Man-defender. (1. ) A relative of Annas the high priest, present when Peter and John were examined before the Sanhedrim ( Acts 4:6 ). (2. ) A man whose father, Simon the Cyrenian, bore the cross of Christ ( Mark 15:21 ).