Metalworkers

Craftsmen and merchants in the biblical world whose work supported both religious life and significant economic opposition to the gospel.

2 profiles tagged Metalworkers.

Oil-painting style portrait of Alexander the Coppersmith

Alexander the Coppersmith

Antagonist of the Apostle Paul who strongly opposed the Gospel message

A metalworker in the first century AD who gained notoriety for his vigorous and harmful opposition to the Apostle Paul’s ministry.

c. 1st century AD
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Oil-painting style portrait of Demetrius the Silversmith

Demetrius the Silversmith

Craftsman who incited the Ephesian riot against Paul

An influential Ephesian metalworker who incited a city-wide riot against the Apostle Paul to protect the trade of Artemis shrines.

c. 1st century AD
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