Ruler, governor

G758
Greek
UBS
ἄρχων
árchōnar'-khone
Noun Masculine

Definition

(derivative of {L:ἄρχω<SDBG:ἄρχω:000000>} ‘to rule,’ {D:37.54}) one who rules or governs

Semantic Domains

Control
Rule
Courts and Legal Procedures
Supernatural Beings and Powers

Etymology

present participle of G757 (ἄρχω);

KJV Translations

chief (ruler), magistrate, prince, ruler

Occurrences36
Frequency Rank#438

Verse Usage

This word appears 36 times in the Bible. Verse examples coming soon.