Strong’s H5387

נָשִׂיא

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

nasiy'

Pronunciation

naw-see'

Definition

Prince, leader, chief, ruler

Meaning

an exalted one, a king, sheik, a rising mist

Usage

The term "nasiy'" is used in the Hebrew Bible to denote a person of authority or leadership, often translated as "prince" or "chief." It refers to individuals who hold positions of power, whether in a tribal, familial, or national context. The word conveys a sense of responsibility and governance, often associated with the leadership of the tribes of Israel or other significant groups.

Bible references

Genesis 17:20;Genesis 23:6;Genesis 25:16;Genesis 34:2;Exodus 16:22;Exodus 22:28;Exodus 34:31;Exodus 35:27;Leviticus 4:22;Numbers 1:16;Numbers 1:44;Numbers 2:3;Numbers 2:5;Numbers 2:7;Numbers 2:10;Numbers 2:12;Numbers 2:14;Numbers 2:18;Numbers 2:20;Numbers 2:22;Numbers 2:25;Numbers 2:27;Numbers 2:29;Numbers 3:24;Numbers 3:30