Bible Dictionary
Jambres
Jambres was one of the Egyptian magicians who opposed Moses. His name is paired with Jannes in Paul’s warning about those who resist the truth.
Definition
Jambres was one of the Egyptian magicians who opposed Moses.
Biblical Usage
Paul names Jambres with Jannes as an example of those who resisted Moses and opposed the truth.
Historical Background
The supplied material identifies Jambres with the Egyptian opposition to Moses.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
One of those who opposed Moses in Egypt (2 Tim. 3:8). (See JANNES.)
Smith's Bible Dictionary
[Jannes AND JAMBRES]
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>jam'-brez.</p><p>See JANNES AND JAMBRES.</p>