In biblical times, the term "driver" is not explicitly mentioned in the Scriptures as it is understood in modern contexts. However, the concept of a driver can be inferred from various passages that describe individuals who guide, lead, or control animals, particularly in agricultural or transportation settings. The role of a driver in biblical narratives often involves the management of livestock or chariots, which were essential for both daily life and military endeavors.

Agricultural Context

In the agrarian society of ancient Israel, the management of livestock was a crucial task. Those who drove animals, such as oxen or donkeys, played a vital role in plowing fields and transporting goods. Proverbs 12:10 states, "A righteous man regards the life of his animal, but the tender mercies of the wicked are only cruelty." This verse highlights the ethical treatment expected of those who manage animals, suggesting that a driver should act with care and responsibility.

Military Context

The role of a driver is also evident in the context of chariots, which were a significant component of ancient warfare. Chariots were typically driven by skilled individuals who had to maneuver them effectively during battle. In 1 Samuel 8:11 , the prophet Samuel warns the Israelites about the implications of having a king: "He will take your sons and appoint them to his chariots and horses, and they will run in front of his chariots." This passage indicates the importance of drivers in the king's military apparatus, as they were responsible for the swift and strategic movement of chariots.

Symbolic and Spiritual Implications

The concept of driving can also be seen in a symbolic or spiritual sense within the Bible. For instance, the idea of being driven by the Spirit is a recurring theme. In Mark 1:12 , it is written, "At once the Spirit drove Him into the wilderness." Here, the term "drove" signifies a compelling force, indicating the Spirit's guidance and direction in Jesus' life. This spiritual driving is not coercive but rather a divine leading towards fulfilling God's purposes.

Ethical Considerations

The ethical dimensions of being a driver, whether of animals or in a metaphorical sense, are underscored by biblical principles of stewardship and responsibility. The Bible emphasizes the importance of treating all of God's creation with respect and care. This is reflected in the broader biblical mandate to exercise dominion over the earth in a manner that honors God and reflects His character (Genesis 1:28).

In summary, while the specific term "driver" may not be directly mentioned in the Bible, the roles and responsibilities associated with driving are woven throughout the biblical narrative. Whether in the context of agriculture, warfare, or spiritual guidance, the principles of stewardship, responsibility, and ethical treatment are paramount.1. (n.) One who, or that which, drives; the person or thing that urges or compels anything else to move onward.

2. (n.) The person who drives beasts or a carriage; a coachman; a charioteer, etc.; hence, also, one who controls the movements of a locomotive.

3. (n.) An overseer of a gang of slaves or gang of convicts at their work.

4. (n.) A part that transmits motion to another part by contact with it, or through an intermediate relatively movable part, as a gear which drives another, or a lever which moves another through a link, etc. Specifically:

5. (n.) The driving wheel of a locomotive.

6. (n.) An attachment to a lathe, spindle, or face plate to turn a carrier.

7. (n.) A crossbar on a grinding mill spindle to drive the upper stone.

8. (n.) The after sail in a ship or bark, being a fore-and-aft sail attached to a gaff; a spanker.

1396. doulagogeo -- to enslave, fig. subdue
... bring into subjection, enslave. From a presumed compound of doulos and ago; to be
a slave-driver, ie To enslave (figuratively, subdue) -- bring into subjection. ...
//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/1396.htm - 7k7395. rakkab -- charioteer, horseman
... Word Origin from rakab Definition charioteer, horseman NASB Word Usage driver
of his chariot (1), driver of the chariot (1), horseman (1). ...
/hebrew/7395.htm - 6k

5065. nagas -- to press, drive, oppress, exact
... root Definition to press, drive, oppress, exact NASB Word Usage drive hard (1),
driver (1), exact (2), exacted (1), hard-pressed (2), oppressed (2), oppressor ...
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1582. Gemalli -- a Danite
... Gemalli. Probably from gamal; camel-driver; Gemalli, an Israelite -- Gemalli. see
HEBREW gamal. 1581, 1582. Gemalli. 1583 . Strong's Numbers.
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6571. parash -- a horse, steed
... horseman From parash; a steed (as stretched out to a vehicle, not single nor for
mounting (compare cuwc)); also (by implication) a driver (in a chariot), ie ...
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What the Big Chest Contained
... A screw-driver"and will we need a hammer?". ... "Here's the tools," Charley said,
as he brought forth the screw-driver, hammer, and sharp knife. ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/byrum/how john became a man/chapter iii what the big.htm

Meanwhile Florian Varillo had not Gone to Naples. ...
... Hailing the first fiacre he saw, he told the driver to take him to Frascati. ... The
driver was surprised, as he had not thought his terms would be accepted. ...
/.../corelli/the master-christian/xxxi meanwhile florian varillo had.htm

Jewish views on Trade, Tradesmen, and Trades' Guilds
... Abba Gurjan of Zadjan said, in name of Abba Gurja: Let not a man bring up his son
to be a donkey-driver, nor a camel-driver, nor a barber, nor a sailor, nor a ...
/.../edersheim/sketches of jewish social life/chapter 11 jewish views on.htm

Keep the Fire Burning While the Frost Lasts!
... along the line. Every driver knows where these water-tanks are, and he takes
care to stop in time, to get his boiler filled. If he ...
//christianbookshelf.org/champness/broken bread/xlvi keep the fire burning.htm

The Red Lamp.
... way. The driver knew what he was about, and though anxious to go on, did
not move until the red light was changed to white. Some ...
//christianbookshelf.org/champness/broken bread/xx the red lamp.htm

Chapter twelve
... "Stop!" cried Virginia, motioning to the driver who was looking around. ... I cannot
go back with you," said Virginia. The driver started the horses slowly. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/sheldon/in his steps/chapter twelve.htm

The Pursuit
... But as the driver tried to turn his horses into it, the animals reared and balked
and refused to enter. ... Then the driver grew afraid, and cried out: ...
/.../greater things the story of saint stanislaus kostka /chapter ii the pursuit.htm

He Got up in the Morning as Soon as He Heard the Men Moving In...
... Before he got across Oxford Street, however, he was hailed by a man who wanted to
catch a train, and was in too great a hurry to think about the driver. ...
/.../macdonald/at the back of the north wind/chapter 24 he got up.htm

Fourth Sunday after Epiphany
... To illustrate: A driver, holding the reins, guides team and wagon at will.
If he were content merely to hold the reins, regardless ...
/.../luther/epistle sermons vol ii/fourth sunday after epiphany.htm

Bit and Bridle: How to Escape Them
... The driver of an omnibus was using his whip pretty freely upon one of his horses,
and a gentleman sitting on the box-seat observed, "You never strike the horse ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 37 1891/bit and bridle how to.htm

Driver (4 Occurrences)
...Driver (4 Occurrences). ... Therefore he said to the driver of the chariot, Turn your
hand, and carry me out of the army; for I am sore wounded. ...
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Driver's (2 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Driver's (2 Occurrences). ... (See NIV). Job 39:7 He scorneth
the tumult of the city, neither heareth he the shoutings of the driver. ...
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Devils (48 Occurrences)
... transference to spirit is extremely unlikely and the explanation is not consistent
with primitive ideas on spirit manifestation (see Brown, Driver, and Briggs ...
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Demons (54 Occurrences)
... transference to spirit is extremely unlikely and the explanation is not consistent
with primitive ideas on spirit manifestation (see Brown, Driver, and Briggs ...
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Weeks (17 Occurrences)
... The conflicting views may be seen very fully in Dr. Driver's Daniel, 94;, 143;,
and Dr. Pusey's Daniel the Prophet, lectionaries II, III, IV. ...
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Drivers (11 Occurrences)

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Shiloh (34 Occurrences)
... Apart from a purely fanciful passage in the Talmud (compare Driver, Gen, 413), this
application does not appear earlier than the version of Seb. ...
/s/shiloh.htm - 27k

Communion (8 Occurrences)
... transference to spirit is extremely unlikely and the explanation is not consistent
with primitive ideas on spirit manifestation (see Brown, Driver, and Briggs ...
/c/communion.htm - 30k

With (66342 Occurrences)
... transference to spirit is extremely unlikely and the explanation is not consistent
with primitive ideas on spirit manifestation (see Brown, Driver, and Briggs ...
/w/with.htm - 20k

Seventy (97 Occurrences)
... The conflicting views may be seen very fully in Dr. Driver's Daniel, 94;, 143;,
and Dr. Pusey's Daniel the Prophet, lectionaries II, III, IV. ...
/s/seventy.htm - 47k

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