STRONGS NT 2942a: κυκλεύωκυκλεύω: 1 aorist ἐκύκλευσα; to go round (Strabo and other later writers); to encircle, encompass, surround: τήν παρεμβολήν, Revelation 20:9 (where R G Tr ἐκύκλωσαν); (τινα, John 10:24 Tr marginal reading WH marginal reading; (see WH's Appendix, p. 171)).

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "κυβερνήτης," the concept of leadership and guidance can be related to Hebrew terms such as נָגִיד (nagid, Strong's 5057), meaning "leader" or "ruler," and רֹאשׁ (rosh, Strong's 7218), meaning "head" or "chief." These terms similarly convey the idea of someone who leads or governs, whether in a civil, military, or spiritual capacity.

Usage: The term is used in the New Testament to describe someone who is responsible for steering a ship, indicating leadership and guidance. It is metaphorically applied to those who lead or govern.

Context: • The Greek term "κυβερνήτης" appears in the New Testament in contexts related to navigation and leadership. In the ancient world, the role of a helmsman was crucial for the safe passage of a vessel, requiring skill, knowledge, and the ability to make quick decisions in response to changing conditions.
• In Acts 27:11, the term is used to describe the ship's captain during Paul's voyage to Rome: "But the centurion was more persuaded by the pilot and the owner of the ship than by what Paul said." Here, the "pilot" (κυβερνήτης) is depicted as a figure of authority and expertise, whose judgment is trusted over others.
• The metaphorical use of "κυβερνήτης" can be extended to spiritual or ecclesiastical leadership, where guiding a community or congregation requires wisdom and discernment akin to steering a ship through turbulent waters.
• The concept of governance and leadership inherent in "κυβερνήτης" aligns with the broader biblical theme of God as the ultimate guide and leader, steering the course of human history and individual lives.