Boyd’s Bible Dictionary:
(born of Mercury). One who deserted Paul (2 Tim. 1:15).
Concise Bible Dictionary:
Christian in Asia who had “turned away” from Paul (2 Tim. 1:15). He may not have been an apostate, but have turned from the heavenly character of the truth taught by Paul.
Strong’s Dictionary of Greek Words:
Transliteration:
Hermogenes
Meaning:
from 2060 and 1096; born of Hermes; Hermogenes, an apostate Christian
Jackson’s Dictionary of Scripture Proper Names:
lucky-born Hermon, devoted: banned
Potts’ Bible Proper Names:
Begotten of Mercury:―an apostate Christian, 2 Tim. 1:15. {Mercurio genitus}