2389. Iannés

Lexicon

Iannés: Jannes

Original Word: Ἰαννῆς
Part of Speech: Noun, Masculine
Transliteration: Iannés
Pronunciation: ee-an-NAYS
Phonetic Spelling: (ee-an-nace')
Definition: Jannes
Meaning: Jannes, a sorcerer at the court of the Pharaoh.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

Jannes.

Of Egyptian origin; Jannes, an Egyptian -- Jannes.

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
of uncertain origin
Definition
Jannes, an Eg. sorcerer
NASB Translation
Jannes (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 2389: Ἰάννης

Ἰάννης, ὁ, see Ἰαμβρῆς.

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Of Egyptian origin, possibly derived from the Egyptian name "Yaneh" or "Yohane," which means "He who opposes."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct Hebrew equivalents for Jannes in the Old Testament, as the name appears only in the New Testament and is derived from Jewish tradition and extra-biblical sources. However, the narrative context relates to the magicians in Exodus, where the Hebrew term for magicians is חַרְטֹם (chartom), Strong's Hebrew Number 2748.

Usage: The name Jannes is used in the New Testament to refer to one of the magicians who opposed Moses in the court of Pharaoh. It is mentioned in 2 Timothy 3:8.

Context: • Biblical Context: Jannes is mentioned in the New Testament in 2 Timothy 3:8, where the Apostle Paul refers to him alongside Jambres as individuals who opposed Moses. The verse states: "Just as Jannes and Jambres opposed Moses, so also these men oppose the truth. They are depraved in mind and disqualified from the faith."
• Historical Background: Although Jannes is not named in the Old Testament, Jewish tradition and extra-biblical literature, such as the Targum of Jonathan and the writings of early Church Fathers, identify Jannes and Jambres as the magicians in Pharaoh's court who challenged Moses and Aaron during the plagues of Egypt (Exodus 7:11-12). These magicians attempted to replicate the miracles performed by Moses and Aaron, but ultimately failed to match the power of God.
• Theological Significance: The mention of Jannes in 2 Timothy serves as a warning against false teachers and those who resist the truth of the Gospel. By comparing them to Jannes and Jambres, Paul emphasizes the futility and ultimate failure of opposing God's truth. This reference underscores the importance of discernment and faithfulness in adhering to sound doctrine.
• Cultural Influence: The story of Jannes and Jambres has been influential in Jewish and Christian traditions, symbolizing the conflict between divine authority and human opposition. Their names have become synonymous with resistance to God's will and the inevitable downfall of those who challenge His purposes.

Forms and Transliterations

Ιαννης Ἰαννῆς Ἰάννης Iannes Iannês Iannēs Iannē̂s

Englishman's Concordance

2 Timothy 3:8 N-NMS
GRK: τρόπον δὲ Ἰαννῆς καὶ Ἰαμβρῆς
NAS: Just as Jannes and Jambres opposed
KJV: Now as Jannes and Jambres
INT: way moreover Jannes and Jambres

Strong's Greek 2389
1 Occurrence

Ἰαννῆς — 1 Occ.