14 Alexander the coppersmith did me much evil: the Lord reward him according to his works:
14 Alexander the metalworker did me a great deal of harm. The Lord will repay him for what he has done.
14 Alexander the coppersmith did me great harm; the Lord will repay him according to his deeds.
14 Watch out for Alexander the coppersmith.
14 Alexander the coppersmith did me much harm. May the Lord repay him according to his works.
14 Alexander the coppersmith did me much harm, but the Lord will judge him for what he has done.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on 2 Timothy 4:14
Commentary on 2 Timothy 4:14-18
(Read 2 Timothy 4:14-18)
There is as much danger from false brethren, as from open enemies. It is dangerous having to do with those who would be enemies to such a man as Paul. The Christians at Rome were forward to meet him, Acts 28, but when there seemed to be a danger of suffering with him, then all forsook him. God might justly be angry with them, but he prays God to forgive them. The apostle was delivered out of the mouth of the lion, that is, of Nero, or some of his judges. If the Lord stands by us, he will strengthen us in difficulties and dangers, and his presence will more than supply every one's absence.