The term "President" as understood in contemporary political contexts does not appear in the Bible. However, the concept of leadership and governance is a recurring theme throughout the Scriptures. In biblical times, leadership was often embodied in figures such as kings, judges, and prophets, who were appointed or anointed to guide the people of Israel according to God's will.

Biblical Leadership

1. Kingship: The most direct biblical parallel to a modern president is the role of a king. Kings were the highest authority in the land, responsible for leading the nation, making laws, and ensuring justice. The Bible provides numerous examples of kings, both good and bad, who ruled over Israel and Judah. Notable kings include David, who is described as "a man after God's own heart" (1 Samuel 13:14), and Solomon, known for his wisdom (1 Kings 4:29-34).

2. Judges: Before the establishment of the monarchy, Israel was led by judges. These leaders were raised up by God to deliver the Israelites from oppression and to govern them. The Book of Judges recounts the accounts of several judges, including Deborah, Gideon, and Samson, who acted as both military leaders and arbiters of justice.

3. Prophets: Prophets played a crucial role in guiding the spiritual and moral direction of the nation. They were God's messengers, calling kings and the people to repentance and adherence to God's laws. Prophets like Isaiah, Jeremiah, and Elijah were instrumental in shaping the spiritual landscape of Israel.

Principles of Leadership

The Bible outlines several principles that are essential for godly leadership, which can be applied to the role of a president:

· Righteousness and Justice: Leaders are called to uphold justice and righteousness. Proverbs 29:2 states, "When the righteous flourish, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, the people groan."

· Servant Leadership: Jesus taught that true leadership is characterized by service to others. In Mark 10:43-45 , He said, "Whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first must be the slave of all. For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many."

· Wisdom and Discernment: Leaders are encouraged to seek wisdom and discernment. Solomon's request for wisdom to govern the people is a model for leaders today (1 Kings 3:9).

· Fear of the Lord: A reverence for God is foundational for leadership. Proverbs 9:10 declares, "The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding."

Application to Modern Presidency

While the Bible does not mention presidents, the principles of leadership found in Scripture are timeless and applicable to any form of governance. A president, like any leader, is called to lead with integrity, seek justice, and serve the people with humility and wisdom. The biblical model of leadership emphasizes accountability to God and the well-being of the people, which remains relevant in today's political landscape.President

(sarac or sareca , only used (Daniel 6:1) ... the Chaldee equivalent for Hebrew shter , probably from sara , Zend. a "head"), a high officer in the Persian court, a chief, a president, used of the three highest ministers.

1. (n.) Precedent.

2. (a.) Occupying the first rank or chief place; having the highest authority; presiding.

3. (n.) One who is elected or appointed to preside; a presiding officer, as of a legislative body.

4. (n.) The chief officer of a corporation, company, institution, society, or the like.

5. (n.) The chief executive officer of the government in certain republics; as, the president of the United States.

6. (n.) A protector; a guardian; a presiding genius.

PRESIDENT

prez'-i-dent (carakh): Used only in Daniel 6:2-7. Probably a Persian derivative from sar, "head," and the Aramaic equivalent for Hebrew shoter. The meaning is self-evident and refers to the appointment of Daniel by Darius to be one of the three princes who had rule over the satraps of the empire.

775. Asiarches -- an Asiarch, an official of Asian cities
... chief of Asia. From Asia and arche; an Asiarch or president of the public festivities
in a city of Asia Minor -- chief of Asia. see GREEK Asia. see GREEK arche. ...
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752. archisunagogos -- ruler of a synagogue
... the chief elder (overseer) presiding over a local synagogue; a "an administrative
officer, supervising the worship" (), ie the president ("chief") amongst ...
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4462. rhabbouni -- my master, my teacher
... 4462 ("high-rhabbi") refers to the , like the president of the Great Sanhedrin
who functioned as religious leader of the nation. ...
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5632. sarak -- chief, overseer
... Usage commissioners (5). president. (Aramaic) of foreign origin; an emir --
president. 5631, 5632. sarak. 5633 . Strong's Numbers.
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Letter Lxxxiv. To the President.
... BIBLION. Letter LXXXIV. To the President. 1. You will hardly believe what I
am about to write, but it must be written for truth's sake. ...
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Of the Synod Held in the Plain of Haethfelth, Archbishop Theodore ...
... BOOK IV CHAP. XVII. Of the Synod held in the plain of Haethfelth, Archbishop
Theodore being president. [680 AD]. ABOUT this time, Theodore ...
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The Man is the Prayer.
... A few years ago President Roosevelt's daughter was a member of the Taft
party that visited parts of the Orient. She did not go as ...
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Affliction.
... to death. It was right after the order issued by the President that no
interference would be allowed in cases of this kind. This ...
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Critical Conventions.
... to his former rank in office only when, after a period of six months, sufficient
written evidence should have been submitted to the President that peace ...
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A Postscript to the Reader.
... B. Rosendo Barlow, President of the English Congregation of the Order of St. ... B. Rosendo
Barlow, President of the English Congregation of the Holy Order of St. ...
/.../a postscript to the reader.htm

The Older Boys' Conference or Congress
... The officers of the Older Boys' Conference should be President, Vice-President
(who in most cases should be Toast-Master at the Conference Banquet) and ...
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The Organized Sunday School Bible Class
... Standard of Organization=. 1. The class shall have at least five officers:
President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer, and Teacher. ...
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Chapter eleven
... Donald Marsh, President of Lincoln College, walked home with Mr. Maxwell. ... Finally
President Marsh said: "We do not need to act alone in this matter. ...
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New York Ministerium.
... At the convention in Rheinbeck, 1797, Dr. Kunze being the leading spirit and president,
the New York Ministerium passed the notorious resolution: "Resolved ...
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President (5 Occurrences)
... 5. (n.) The chief executive officer of the government in certain republics; as,
the president of the United States. ... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. PRESIDENT. ...
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Sanhedrin (19 Occurrences)
... According to Josephus and the New Testament, the acting high priest was as such
always head and president (Matthew 26:3, 17 Acts 5:17; 7:01; 9:1; 9:1 22:5; 9:1 ...
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Annas (4 Occurrences)
... In AD 25 Caiaphas, who had married the daughter of Annas (John 18:13), was raised
to that office, and probably Annas was now made president of the Sanhedrim ...
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Presidents (5 Occurrences)

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Pharisees (86 Occurrences)
... If we might believe the Talmudic representation, the Pharisees were in the immense
majority in the Sanhedrin; the nasi', or president, and the 'abh-beth-din ...
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Ministry (44 Occurrences)
... SeeBISHOP; CHURCH GOVERNMENT; DEACON; ELDER. The court of elders had no president
or permanent chairman. There was a two-fold not a threefold ministry. ...
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Vice (2 Occurrences)
... cases may assume the office or duties of a superior; designating an officer or an
office that is second in rank or authority; as, vice president; vice agent ...
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Gamaliel (7 Occurrences)
... He was noted for his learning, and was president of the Sanhedrim during the regins
of Tiberius, Caligula, and Claudius, and died, it is said, about eighteen ...
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Gift (148 Occurrences)
... 2. (n.) The act, right, or power of giving or bestowing; as, the office is in the
gift of the President. 3. (n.) A bribe; anything given to corrupt. ...
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Incapable (5 Occurrences)
... 4. (a.) Unqualified or disqualified, in a legal sense; as, a man under thirty-five
years of age is incapable of holding the office of president of the United ...
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