Strong’s H7860

שֹׁטֵר

Part of speech

noun masculine

Transliteration

shoter

Pronunciation

sho-TER

Definition

Officer, official, overseer

Meaning

a scribe, an official superintendent, magistrate

Usage

The term "shoter" refers to an officer or official who holds a position of authority, often involved in administrative or enforcement roles. In the context of ancient Israel, shoters were responsible for maintaining order, implementing decisions, and assisting in the execution of laws and commands. They were akin to modern-day law enforcement officers or bureaucratic officials.

Bible references

Exodus 5:6;Exodus 5:10;Exodus 5:14;Exodus 5:15;Exodus 5:19;Numbers 11:16;Deuteronomy 1:15;Deuteronomy 16:18;Deuteronomy 20:5;Deuteronomy 20:8;Deuteronomy 20:9;Deuteronomy 29:10;Deuteronomy 31:28;Joshua 1:10;Joshua 3:2;Joshua 8:33;Joshua 23:2;Joshua 24:1;1 Chronicles 23:4;1 Chronicles 26:29;1 Chronicles 27:1;2 Chronicles 19:11;2 Chronicles 26:11;2 Chronicles 34:13;Proverbs 6:7