Original Word: מִשְׂרָה
Part of Speech: Noun Feminine
Transliteration: misrah
Pronunciation: mis-raw'
Phonetic Spelling: (mis-raw')
Definition: Dominion, government, rule
Meaning: empire

government

From sarah; empire -- government.

see HEBREW sarah

Word Origin
from an unused word
Definition
rule, dominion
NASB Translation
government (2).

מִשְׂרָה noun feminine rule, dominion; — Isaiah 9:5; Isaiah 9:6.

Word Origin: Derived from the root verb שָׂרָה (sarah), which means "to rule" or "to have power."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent that corresponds to the concept of dominion or rule as expressed by מִשְׂרָה is Strong's Greek Number G746, ἀρχή (archē), which means "beginning," "rule," or "authority." This term is used in the New Testament to describe principalities, powers, and the foundational aspects of authority, often in relation to Christ's preeminence and sovereign rule.

Usage: The word מִשְׂרָה is used in the context of governance and authority, often in relation to the dominion of a king or a sovereign power. It appears in the Hebrew Bible to describe the rule or government established by God or a divinely appointed leader.

Context: מִשְׂרָה (misrah) is a noun that appears in the Hebrew Bible, specifically in the prophetic literature, to denote the concept of government or dominion. It is notably found in Isaiah 9:6, a passage that speaks of the coming of a ruler whose government will be characterized by peace and justice. The verse states, "For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulders." This passage is often interpreted as a messianic prophecy, foretelling the birth of a ruler who will establish a divine kingdom. The use of מִשְׂרָה in this context emphasizes the authority and enduring nature of the ruler's dominion, highlighting themes of divine appointment and the fulfillment of God's promises.

הַמִּשְׂרָ֖ה הַמִּשְׂרָ֜ה המשרה ham·miś·rāh hammisRah hammiśrāhInterlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts