Man living at the time of the New Testament
Jannes was an Egyptian magician who, along with Jambres, opposed Moses.
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Jannes is mentioned in 2Ti.3.8 as one of two Egyptian magicians who opposed Moses during the events of the Exodus. Along with Jambres, Jannes is said to have resisted Moses, likely referring to the magicians' attempts to duplicate the miracles performed by Moses and Aaron before Pharaoh (Exodus 7-8). Although not named in the Old Testament, Jewish tradition identified these two magicians and passed down their names. Paul's use of these names in 2 Timothy suggests that the story of Jannes and Jambres was well-known among his audience and served as an example of those who resist the truth. The text does not provide any further details about Jannes' life or the extent of his opposition to Moses.
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One of the Egyptians who “withstood Moses” (2 Tim. 3:8).
and Jam’bres, the names of two Egyptian magicians who opposed Moses. Exod 7:9-13; 2Tim 3:8,9. (B.C. 1492.)
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1 verse in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s G2389
Just as Jannes and Jambres opposed Moses, so also these men oppose the truth. They are depraved in mind and disqualified from the faith.
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