Paul referred to Jesus (Yeshua‘) this way when he contrasted Him to Adam. In the same passage, Paul used the name “Last Adam” of Jesus. Adam led the entire race into sin and death; Jesus broke that curse and pointed the race to a new destiny in relationship with Him.
Jesus is called the “Second Man” in 1 Corinthians 15:47.
Second Man in Greek:
Ho deuteros anthrōpos
Strong’s Concordance numbers: 1208, 444
Bible reference: 1 Cor. 15:47
The first man is of the earth, earthy; the second man is the Lord from heaven. (1 Corinthians 15:47 KJV)
