Overview
The Bible addresses alexander across 5 verses, drawn from the New Testament. These passages cluster most in Acts, Mark and 1 Timothy. Closely related themes include Simon, Soldiers, Caiaphas and Peter. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Caiaphas.
Key Bible verses about alexander
New Testament
Acts
And Annas the high priest, and Caiaphas, and John, and Alexander, and as many as were of the kindred of the high priest, were gathered together at Jerusalem.
And they drew Alexander out of the multitude, the Jews putting him forward. And Alexander beckoned with the hand, and would have made his defence unto the people.
People in the Bible and alexander
Biblical figures whose stories intersect with this theme.
In the Bible dictionary
Studying alexander for yourself
- Begin with Mark 15:21, then read the passages below in canonical order.
- Compare how Acts, Mark and 1 Timothy each treat the theme.
- Consider the lives of Caiaphas and how their stories intersect with it.
- Widen the study to related themes: Simon, Soldiers, Caiaphas and Peter.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Bible say about alexander?
The Bible addresses alexander across 5 verses, drawn from the New Testament. These passages cluster most in Acts, Mark and 1 Timothy. Closely related themes include Simon, Soldiers, Caiaphas and Peter. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Caiaphas.
How many Bible verses are about alexander?
The Bible references alexander in 5 verses (King James Version).
Where does the Bible first mention alexander?
In canonical order, the first of these passages is Mark 15:21: “And they compel one Simon a Cyrenian, who passed by, coming out of the country, the father of Alexander and Rufus, to bear his cross.”
Which people in the Bible are associated with alexander?
Caiaphas.
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