Son of Simon of Cyrene.
About Alexander
2. The brother of Rufus and son of Simon of Cyrene. Alexander's father, Simon, was the man who passed Jesus at the time Jesus was being led to Golgotha. The Roman soldiers compelled him to carry the cross (Mark 15:21).
Family Relationships
- Parents
- Simon (of Cyrene)
- Half-sibling
- Rufus
Key References
Mark 15:21
Now Simon of Cyrene, the father of Alexander and Rufus, was passing by on his way in from the country, and the soldiers forced him to carry the cross of Jesus.
All Scripture References (1)
Mark (1)
Mark 15:21
Now Simon of Cyrene, the father of Alexander and Rufus, was passing by on his way in from the country, and the soldiers forced him to carry the cross of Jesus.