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Alexander

A man, in the time of the New Testament · named in 2 verses

the name means man-defender Strong's Lexicon

Alexander, along with Hymenaeus, was an opponent of Paul's teaching and was handed over to Satan by Paul.

From Easton's Bible Dictionary

Man-defender. (1.) A relative of Annas the high priest, present when Peter and John were examined before the Sanhedrim (Acts 4:6).

Easton's Illustrated Bible Dictionary, 1897 — public domain, quoted in full and unedited.

First named at 1 Timothy 1:20.

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Verses that name Alexander