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2 Timothy 4:14
Alexander the coppersmith did great harm to me. The Lord will repay him according to his deeds.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Paul writes to Timothy from confinement, issuing final instructions about personal belongings and naming Alexander as an active opponent.
The words — χαλκεὺς (chalkeus) denotes a coppersmith, while ἀποδώσει (apodōsei) literally means will render or repay.
The thread — The text links to Psalms 28:4 regarding repayment by deeds, 2 Thessalonians 1:6 on divine retribution, and 1 Timothy 1:20 where Paul handed Alexander over to Satan to be taught not to blaspheme.
Why it lands — The passage commands readers to guard against those who oppose the message and states plainly that God will judge each person by their own actions.
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The Greek words
King James Version
Alexander the coppersmith did me much evil: the Lord reward him according to his works:
Cross-references
- 1 Timothy 1:20 Among them are Hymenaeus and Alexander, whom I have handed over to Satan to be taught not to blaspheme.
- Psalms 28:4 Repay them according to their deeds and for their works of evil. Repay them for what their hands have done; bring back on them what they deserve.
- 2 Thessalonians 1:6 After all, it is only right for God to repay with affliction those who afflict you,
- 1 Samuel 24:12 May the LORD judge between you and me, and may the LORD take vengeance on you, but my hand will never be against you.
- 2 Samuel 3:39 And I am weak this day, though anointed as king, and these men, the sons of Zeruiah, are too fierce for me. May the LORD repay the evildoer according to his evil!”
- Psalms 62:12 and loving devotion to You, O Lord. For You will repay each man according to his deeds.
- Psalms 109:5 They repay me evil for good, and hatred for my love.
- Jeremiah 15:15 You understand, O LORD; remember me and attend to me. Avenge me against my persecutors. In Your patience, do not take me away. Know that I endure reproach for Your honor.
- Jeremiah 18:19 Attend to me, O LORD. Hear what my accusers are saying!
- Acts 19:33 The Jews in the crowd pushed Alexander forward to explain himself, and he motioned for silence so he could make his defense to the people.