Bible Dictionary
Demetrius
Demetrius was both an Ephesian silversmith who opposed Paul because the gospel threatened the sale of shrines to Artemis, and a Christian commended by John for his good reputation.
Biblical Usage
The Ephesian Demetrius opposed Paul because the progress of the gospel endangered the shrine-making trade and provoked a citywide disturbance. The other Demetrius was commended as having a good report from all and from the truth itself.
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