Lord: A Prince
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The term "Lord" in the context of "A Prince" is a title that reflects authority, leadership, and nobility, often used to describe Jesus Christ in His royal and messianic roles. The concept of Jesus as a prince is deeply rooted in biblical prophecy and the fulfillment of God's promises to His people.

Biblical Prophecy and Fulfillment

The prophetic literature of the Old Testament frequently alludes to the coming of a princely figure who would lead and deliver Israel. Isaiah 9:6-7 is a foundational text that speaks of this anticipated ruler: "For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of His government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on the throne of David and over His kingdom, to establish and sustain it with justice and righteousness from that time and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of Hosts will accomplish this" .

This passage highlights the dual nature of the Messiah as both divine and royal, emphasizing His role as the "Prince of Peace." The title "Prince" here signifies not only His noble status but also His mission to bring peace and justice.

New Testament Revelation

In the New Testament, the fulfillment of these prophecies is seen in the life and ministry of Jesus Christ. Acts 3:15 refers to Jesus as the "Author of life," which can also be understood as "Prince of life" in some translations, indicating His preeminence and authority over life itself: "You killed the Author of life, but God raised Him from the dead, and we are witnesses of the fact" .

Furthermore, in Revelation 1:5, Jesus is described as "the ruler of the kings of the earth," underscoring His supreme authority and princely dominion: "and from Jesus Christ, the faithful witness, the firstborn from the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth. To Him who loves us and has released us from our sins by His blood" .

Theological Significance

The title "Lord: A Prince" encapsulates the theological understanding of Jesus as the sovereign ruler who fulfills the Davidic covenant. His princely role is not merely ceremonial but is characterized by active governance, justice, and the establishment of God's kingdom on earth. As a prince, Jesus embodies the perfect balance of authority and servanthood, leading His people with wisdom and compassion.

Christ's Eternal Reign

The concept of Jesus as a prince is not limited to His earthly ministry but extends into His eternal reign. Revelation 19:16 proclaims, "And He has a name written on His robe and on His thigh: KING OF KINGS AND LORD OF LORDS" . This title affirms His ultimate authority and the fulfillment of His role as the divine prince who reigns forever.

In summary, the title "Lord: A Prince" is a profound acknowledgment of Jesus Christ's royal authority, His fulfillment of messianic prophecies, and His eternal reign as the sovereign ruler over all creation.
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Joshua 13:3
From Sihor, which is before Egypt, even to the borders of Ekron northward, which is counted to the Canaanite: five lords of the Philistines; the Gazathites, and the Ashdothites, the Eshkalonites, the Gittites, and the Ekronites; also the Avites:
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Judges 3:3
Namely, five lords of the Philistines, and all the Canaanites, and the Sidonians, and the Hivites that dwelled in mount Lebanon, from mount Baalhermon to the entering in of Hamath.
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1 Samuel 5:8
They sent therefore and gathered all the lords of the Philistines to them, and said, What shall we do with the ark of the God of Israel? And they answered, Let the ark of the God of Israel be carried about to Gath. And they carried the ark of the God of Israel about thither.
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1 Samuel 6:4
Then said they, What shall be the trespass offering which we shall return to him? They answered, Five golden tumors, and five golden mice, according to the number of the lords of the Philistines: for one plague was on you all, and on your lords.
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Greek
1203. despotes -- lord, master
... master. Part of Speech: Noun, Masculine Transliteration: despotes Phonetic Spelling:
(des-pot'-ace) Short Definition: a lord, master, or prince Definition: a ...
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954. Beelzeboul -- Beelzebul, a name of Satan
... 954 (translaterated from OT 1176, "the lord of flies" or "fly-god," cf. 2 Ki 1:2) --
Beelzebul, a title of Satan which stresses he is the prince over demons ...
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Strong's Hebrew
8269. sar -- chieftain, chief, ruler, official, captain, prince
... sarar; a head person (of any rank or class) -- captain (that had rule), chief (captain),
general, governor, keeper, lord, ((-task-))master, prince(-ipal), ruler ...
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7261. rabreban -- lord, noble
... lord, prince. (Aramaic) from rabrab; a magnate -- lord, prince. see HEBREW
rabrab. 7260, 7261. rabreban. 7262 . Strong's Numbers.
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8323. sarar -- to be or act as prince, rule
... Word Origin denominative verb from sar Definition to be or act as prince, rule NASB
Word Usage appointed princes (1), lord (1), master (1), rule (2), ruled (1 ...
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7991. shaliysh -- a third (part)
... captain, instrument of music, great lord, great measure, prince, three Or shalowsh
(1 Chron. 11:11; 12:18) {shaw- loshe'}; or shalosh (2 Sam. ...
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1081. Baladan -- "he has given a son," father of a Bab. king
... Baladan. From Bel and 'adown (contracted); Bel (is his) lord; Baladan, the name
of a Babylonian prince -- Baladan. see HEBREW Bel. see HEBREW 'adown. ...
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Library

Jesu, Lord of Love and Prince of Life!
... THE FIRST CENTURY 91 O Jesu, Lord of Love and Prince of Life! O Jesu,
Lord of Love and Prince of Life! who even being dead, art ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/traherne/centuries of meditations/91 o jesu lord of.htm

Isaac the Shepherd Prince.
... ISAAC THE SHEPHERD PRINCE. Before Abraham died, he thought much about his dear son
Isaac, to whom he was going to leave all that he had. ... "The Lord shall send ...
/.../lathbury/childs story of the bible/chapter iv isaac the shepherd.htm

And as Prince Satan and Hades were Thus Speaking to Each Other in ...
... 1978] Hades hearing this, said to Prince Satan: Retire ... saying: Did I not, when I
was alive upon earth, prophesy to you: Let them confess to the Lord His tender ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/unknown/the gospel of nicodemus /chapter 5 21 and as.htm

A Letter, by the Rev. James Arminius, DD &C. &C. To his Excellency ...
... &c. TO HIS EXCELLENCY, THE NOBLE LORD, HIPPOLYTUS A COLLIBUS, AMBASSADOR, FROM THE
MOST ILLUSTRIOUS PRINCE, THE ELECTOR PALATINE, TO THE SEVEN UNITED DUTCH ...
/.../arminius/the works of james arminius vol 2/a letter by the rev.htm

'The Prince of Life'
... The Holy One and the Just' is a distinct assertion of Jesus' perfect, sinless manhood,
and 'the Prince of Life' plainly asserts Jesus to be the Lord and Source ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture the acts/the prince of life.htm

Jacob, a Prince of God.
... and call his name Israel; "for as a prince," he said, "hast thou power with God
and with men, and hast prevailed.". Then Jacob knew that the Lord Himself, in ...
/.../lathbury/childs story of the bible/chapter v jacob a prince.htm

The Prince of the Kings of the Earth
... only in this book (i.5). Many kings are mentioned and referred to in the book: but
the Lord Jesus comes as their "Prince;" "King of kings and Lord of lords." ...
/.../bullinger/commentary on revelation/the prince of the kings.htm

The Prince of Peace.
... While the Lord and His friends were coming up the Mount of Olives, many people from ...
He had entered the city as the Prince of Peace, not as a Roman Emperor ...
/.../lathbury/childs story of the bible/chapter xxxiv the prince of.htm

Be Joyful All, Both Far and Near.
... "The reign and pow'r of death are o'er, He never need affright you; I am his Lord,
the Prince of pow'r, And this may well delight you; And as your risen Head I ...
/.../gerhardt/paul gerhardts spiritual songs/be joyful all both far.htm

The Prince of Life
... XVIII to XXVIII THE PRINCE OF LIFE. ... the other Mary to see the sepulchre.2. And, behold,
there was a great earthquake: for the angel of the Lord descended from ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture b/the prince of life.htm

Resources
What do LORD, GOD, Lord, God, etc., stand for in the Bible? Why are they used in place of God's name? | GotQuestions.org

How is the fear of the Lord the beginning of wisdom? | GotQuestions.org

What is the day of the Lord? | GotQuestions.org

Lord: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com

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