# governor, govern

## Definition

A governor is a person who governs or rules over a state, region, or territory. The word "govern" means to guide,  lead or manage people or things.

* In Bible times, governors were appointed by a king or emperor.
* Governors were under the authority of the king or emperor.


## Translation Suggestions



* The word "governor" can also be translated as “ruler” or "overseer" or "regional leader" or "one who rules over a small territory."
* Depending on the context, the term "govern" could be translated as, "rule over" or "lead" or "manage" or supervise."
* Since a governor was under the authority of a king or emperor and had less power and importance than those rulers, this term should be translated differently than those terms.