In biblical terminology, the term "prince" is often used to denote a person of high rank or authority, typically within a royal or noble context. The concept of a prince in the Bible can be understood both in a literal sense, referring to human leaders, and in a spiritual sense, referring to angelic or divine beings.

Human Princes

1. Old Testament Context: In the Old Testament, the term "prince" is frequently used to describe leaders or rulers of tribes and nations. For example, in the book of Numbers, the leaders of the tribes of Israel are referred to as princes: "These were the ones chosen from the congregation, the leaders of their ancestral tribes, the heads of the clans of Israel" (Numbers 1:16). Here, the term signifies authority and governance within the tribal structure of Israel.

2. Davidic Lineage: The Davidic line is often associated with the concept of princely rule, as King David and his descendants were considered princes over Israel. The promise of a perpetual dynasty to David is a central theme, as seen in 2 Samuel 7:16: "Your house and kingdom will endure forever before Me, and your throne will be established forever."

3. Prophetic Literature: In prophetic books, the term "prince" can also refer to future leaders or messianic figures. For instance, in Ezekiel's vision of the restored temple, a prince plays a significant role in the worship and governance of the people (Ezekiel 44:3).

Spiritual Princes

1. Angelic Beings: The Bible also uses the term "prince" to describe angelic beings with authority over nations or regions. In Daniel 10:13, the "prince of the Persian kingdom" is mentioned as a spiritual being opposing the angel sent to Daniel. This indicates a belief in spiritual warfare and the existence of heavenly hierarchies.

2. Messianic Prince: The ultimate fulfillment of the princely role is found in the person of Jesus Christ, who is often referred to as the "Prince of Peace" (Isaiah 9:6). This title emphasizes His role in bringing reconciliation and peace between God and humanity. The New Testament further affirms His authority and kingship, as seen in Revelation 1:5, where He is called "the ruler of the kings of the earth."

New Testament Usage

In the New Testament, the term "prince" is less frequently used but carries significant theological weight. Jesus is described as the "Prince of Life" in Acts 3:15, highlighting His role in granting eternal life through His resurrection. Additionally, Ephesians 2:2 refers to Satan as the "prince of the power of the air," indicating his temporary authority over the fallen world.

Theological Implications

The concept of princes in the Bible underscores the themes of authority, leadership, and divine order. Human princes are seen as stewards of God's authority, accountable to Him for their governance. Spiritual princes, both angelic and demonic, reflect the unseen realities of spiritual warfare and the cosmic struggle between good and evil. Ultimately, the Bible points to Jesus Christ as the supreme Prince, whose reign brings ultimate peace and justice.7333. razon -- potentate
... razon. 7334 . potentate. Transliteration: razon Phonetic Spelling: (raw-zone')
Short Definition: prince's. ... prince. From razan; a dignitary -- prince. ...
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5387a. nasi -- one lifted up, a chief, prince
nasi or nasi. 5387, 5387a. nasi or nasi. 5387b . one lifted up, a chief,
prince. Transliteration: nasi or nasi Short Definition: leader. ...
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5081. nadib -- inclined, generous, noble
... Definition inclined, generous, noble NASB Word Usage generous man (1), moved (1),
noble (3), noble man (1), nobleman (1), nobles (7), prince (2), prince's (1 ...
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A Prince's Bride
... Chapter IA PRINCE'S BRIDE. The chief merchant of Ascalon stood in the
guest-chamber of his house. Although it was a late winter day ...
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Vesalius the Anatomist {9}
... It is the 7th of May, the eighteenth day after the accident according to Olivarez's
story: he and Dr Vega have been bleeding the unhappy prince, enlarging the ...
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The Love of Rameses
... Siptah, Menes, Har-hat, all of the group save Hotep and Kenkenes, were present and
near enough to be of the crown prince's party, yet scattered sufficiently to ...
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Chapter vii
... 1. How beautiful are thy feet with shoes, O prince's daughter! the ... workman.
How beautiful are thy feet with shoes, O prince's daughter! ...
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Verse 1. What Will Ye See in the Shulamite, but the Companies of ...
... VERSE 1. What will ye see in the Shulamite, but the companies of camps? How beautiful
are thy feet with shoes, O prince's daughter! ... O Prince's daughter! ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/guyon/song of songs of solomon/verse 1 what will ye.htm

The Traitors
... The hoofs of his fat little horse were patched with wet sand of the roadway and
there was no dust on the prince's modest raiment. ... "What!" the prince exclaimed. ...
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Saint George Releases the Six Champions.
... One day the friendly fairy addressed the Prince:""Know," she said, "the Enchantress
sleeps once, and once only, for one week every hundred years. ...
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The Festival of Games, in Honor of Augustus, were About to Begin ...
... The prince's threat and the words of Caesar had checked his feet with caution. ... He
had won his freedom in the arena and lost it in the conspiracy of the prince. ...
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The First-Born
... The couch was surrounded. Seti was not present, for only in the last moment
had some one realized that the young prince should be brought. ...
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The Heir to the Throne
... To the king's right, beside the dais, with a hand resting on the back of
a cathedra, or great chair, was the crown prince, Rameses. ...
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Prince's (4 Occurrences)
...Prince's (4 Occurrences). Proverbs 14:28 In the multitude of people is the king's
glory; but in the want of people is the ruin of the prince. (See NAS). ...
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Joints (7 Occurrences)
... am sore wounded. (WEB KJV ASV WBS). Song of Songs 7:1 How beautiful are
thy feet with shoes, O prince's daughter! the joints of thy ...
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Links (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Links (1 Occurrence). Song of Songs 7:1 How
beautiful are thy feet in sandals, O prince's daughter! Thy ...
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Furnish (8 Occurrences)
... Ezekiel 45:17 It shall be the prince's part to give the burnt offerings, and the
meal offerings, and the drink offerings, in the feasts, and on the new moons ...
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Thighs (11 Occurrences)
... The sinews of his thighs are knit together. (WEB JPS ASV DBY YLT NAS RSV NIV). Song
of Songs 7:1 How beautiful are your feet in sandals, prince's daughter! ...
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Rod (138 Occurrences)
... Therefore, at the command of Yahweh, Moses directs that twelve almond rods, one
for each tribe with the prince's name engraved thereon, be placed within the ...
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Rounded (7 Occurrences)
... covered with sapphires. (See RSV). Song of Songs 7:1 How beautiful are your
feet in sandals, prince's daughter! Your rounded thighs ...
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Roundings (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Roundings (1 Occurrence). Song of Songs 7:1 How
beautiful are thy feet in sandals, O prince's daughter! ...
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Exclusive (1 Occurrence)
... Ezekiel 48:22 Moreover from the possession of the Levites, and from the possession
of the city, being in the midst of that which is the prince's, between the ...
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Meal-offerings (9 Occurrences)
... Ezekiel 45:17 And it shall be the prince's part to give the burnt-offerings, and
the meal-offerings, and the drink-offerings, in the feasts, and on the new ...
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