Alexander (Ephesian)

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Alexander (Greek: Άλέξανδρος; fl. 50–65) was a Christian teacher in Ephesus. Alexander and Hymenaeus were proponents of antinomianism, a rejection of Christian morality.

Alexander was an opponent of the Apostle Paul.[1]

References

^ "1 Timothy 1:19-20, 'holding on to faith and a good conscience, which some have rejected and so have suffered shipwreck with regard to the faith. Among them are Hymenaeus and Alexander, whom I have handed over to Satan to be taught not to blaspheme.'". Bible Gateway. Retrieved July 22, 2025.

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Herod's family

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