# dominion

## Definition:

The term “dominion” refers to power, control, or authority over people, animals, or land.

* Jesus Christ is said to have dominion over all the earth, as prophet, priest, and king.
* Satan’s dominion has been defeated forever by Jesus Christ’s death on the cross.
* At creation, God said that man is to have dominion over fish, birds, and all creatures on the earth.

## Translation Suggestions:

* Depending on the context, other ways to translate this term could include “authority” or “power” or “control.”
* The phrase “have dominion over” could be translated as “rule over” or “manage.”

(See also: [authority](../kt/authority.md), [power](../kt/power.md))

## Bible References:

* [1 Peter 5:10-11](rc://en/tn/help/1pe/05/10)
* [Colossians 1:13](rc://en/tn/help/col/01/13)
* [Jude 1:25](rc://en/tn/help/jud/01/25)

## Word Data:

* Strong’s: H1166, H4474, H4475, H4896, H4910, H4915, H7287, H7300, H7980, H7985, G26340, G29040, G29610, G29630
