Strong’s H5057

נָגִיד

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

nagiyd

Pronunciation

naw-GEED

Definition

Leader, Ruler, Prince, Noble, Commander

Meaning

a commander, civil, military, religious, honorable themes

Usage

The term "nagid" is used in the Hebrew Bible to denote a leader or ruler, often with a connotation of divinely appointed authority. It is used to describe individuals who hold positions of significant influence and responsibility, such as kings, princes, and military commanders. The word implies not just political or military leadership but also moral and spiritual guidance, as these leaders were often seen as representatives of God's will.

Bible references

1 Samuel 9:16;1 Samuel 10:1;1 Samuel 13:14;1 Samuel 25:30;2 Samuel 5:2;2 Samuel 6:21;2 Samuel 7:8;1 Kings 1:35;1 Kings 14:7;1 Kings 16:2;2 Kings 20:5;1 Chronicles 5:2;1 Chronicles 9:11;1 Chronicles 9:20;1 Chronicles 11:2;1 Chronicles 12:28;1 Chronicles 13:1;1 Chronicles 17:7;1 Chronicles 26:24;1 Chronicles 27:4;1 Chronicles 27:16;1 Chronicles 28:4;1 Chronicles 29:22;2 Chronicles 6:5;2 Chronicles 11:11