The term "ruleth" is an archaic form of the verb "rule," often found in older translations of the Bible, including the King James Version. It denotes the act of governing, leading, or exercising authority over others. In the context of the Bible, "ruleth" is used to describe both divine and human authority, emphasizing the order and structure established by God in various spheres of life.

Divine Rule

God's sovereignty is a central theme in Scripture, and His rule is depicted as absolute and righteous. In the Berean Standard Bible, the concept of God's rule is expressed in various passages, highlighting His authority over creation and His people. For instance, Psalm 103:19 states, "The LORD has established His throne in heaven, and His kingdom rules over all." This verse underscores the comprehensive nature of God's dominion, affirming that His rule extends over the entire universe.

Human Authority

The Bible also addresses human authority, often in the context of leadership within the family, the church, and society. In Romans 13:1, the Apostle Paul writes, "Let every soul be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except that which is from God, and those that exist are appointed by God." This passage reflects the belief that human rulers are established by divine ordinance, and thus, their authority is to be respected as part of God's order.

Leadership in the Church

In the New Testament, the concept of "ruleth" is applied to church leadership. Elders and overseers are tasked with guiding the congregation, exercising spiritual authority with wisdom and humility. 1 Timothy 3:4-5 describes the qualifications for an overseer, stating, "He must manage his own household well and keep his children under control, with complete dignity. For if someone does not know how to manage his own household, how can he care for the church of God?" Here, the ability to "rule" one's household is seen as indicative of one's capability to lead within the church.

Family Structure

The Bible outlines a structure for family life, where the husband is often described as the head of the household. Ephesians 5:23 states, "For the husband is the head of the wife as Christ is the head of the church, His body, of which He is the Savior." This verse is frequently cited in discussions of marital roles, emphasizing the husband's responsibility to lead with love and sacrifice, mirroring Christ's relationship with the church.

Moral and Ethical Implications

The concept of "ruleth" carries moral and ethical implications, as those in positions of authority are called to lead with justice, mercy, and humility. Proverbs 29:2 highlights the impact of righteous leadership: "When the righteous thrive, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, the people groan." This proverb reflects the biblical principle that the character of those who rule has a profound effect on the well-being of those under their authority.

In summary, the term "ruleth" in the Bible encompasses both divine and human authority, emphasizing the importance of righteous leadership in accordance with God's established order. Whether in the context of God's sovereign rule, the governance of nations, or leadership within the church and family, the concept underscores the responsibility of those who lead to do so with integrity and in alignment with biblical principles.

April 17. "He that Ruleth his Spirit is Better than He that Taketh ...
... "He that ruleth his spirit is better than he that taketh a city" (Prov. xvi. ... "He
that ruleth his spirit is better than he that taketh a city" (Proverbs 16:32). ...
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The Lord is My Shepherd, I Shall not Want.
... The Lord is my shepherd; He ruleth me with the rod of gentleness. ... The Lord
ruleth me, and all my kind, as a shepherd ruleth his flock. ...
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Human Government.
... matter is by the degree of the watchers, and the demand by the word of the holy
ones; to the intent that the living may know that the Most High ruleth in the ...
/.../finney/systematic theology/lecture xx human government.htm

The Dream of the Tree Cut Down
... sentence is by the decree of the watchers, and the demand by the word of the holy
ones: to the intent that the living may know that the Most High ruleth in the ...
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1 Timothy iii. 4-Jan
... to hospitality, apt to teach; not given to wine, no striker, not greedy of filthy
lucre; but patient, not a brawler, not covetous; one that ruleth well his own ...
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True Greatness
... matter is by the decree of the watchers, and the demand by the word of the holy
ones: to the intent that the living may know that the Most High ruleth in the ...
/.../white/the story of prophets and kings/chapter 42 true greatness.htm

The Practice of Piety in Glorifying God in the Time of Sickness ...
... of their iniquities, are afflicted." As, therefore, Solomon advises a man to carry
himself towards an earthly prince, "if the spirit of him that ruleth rise up ...
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The First Touches on the Canvas.
... fills his eye. He says: "There shall lie One that ruleth over men; A righteous
One, that ruleth in the fear of God. And it shall ...
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Theophilus. ...
... And therefore, as the will of God is superior to, and ruleth over all nature; so
the will of man, derived from the will of God, is superior to, and ruleth over ...
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More Particularly, in what Respect Christ is Called the Truth.
... 55:4, 5. Psalm 110:3"erecting a visible church, a company of visible professors
to profess and declare his name; which, as his kingdom, he ruleth with his ...
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Ruleth (21 Occurrences)
...Ruleth (21 Occurrences). ... (KJV ASV WBS). 1 Timothy 3:4 One that ruleth well his own
house, having his children in subjection with all gravity; (KJV ASV WBS). ...
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Whomsoever (28 Occurrences)
... to eat grass as oxen, and they shall wet thee with the dew of heaven, and seven
times shall pass over thee, till thou know that the most High ruleth in the ...
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Rulest (6 Occurrences)

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Bathed (45 Occurrences)
... to eat grass as oxen, and thou shalt be bathed with the dew of heaven; and seven
times shall pass over thee, till thou know that the Most High ruleth over the ...
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Ruling (123 Occurrences)
... (BBE). 2 Samuel 23:3 The God of Israel said, the Rock of Israel spake to me, He
that ruleth over men must be just, ruling in the fear of God. ...
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Lender's (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Lender's (1 Occurrence). Proverbs 22:7 The rich ruleth
over the poor, and the borrower is servant to the lender. (See NAS). ...
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Giveth (378 Occurrences)
... Romans 12:8 Or he that exhorteth, on exhortation: he that giveth, let him do it
with simplicity; he that ruleth, with diligence; he that sheweth mercy, with ...
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Gravity (3 Occurrences)
... (WEY ASV DBY YLT). 1 Timothy 3:4 One that ruleth well his own house, having his
children in subjection with all gravity; (KJV ASV DBY WBS YLT). ...
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Wayward (14 Occurrences)
... Hosea 11:12 Ephraim compasseth me about with falsehood, and the house of Israel
with deceit; but Judah yet ruleth with God, and is faithful with the Holy One. ...
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Tributary (9 Occurrences)
... subject to taskwork. (See JPS YLT). Proverbs 12:24 The hand of the diligent
ruleth, And slothfulness becometh tributary. (YLT). Isaiah 31 ...
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