# manager, steward #

## Definition: ##

The term "manager" or "steward" in the Bible refers to a servant who was entrusted with taking care of his master's property and business dealings.

* A steward was given a lot of responsibility, which included supervising the work of other servants.
* The term "manager" is a more modern term for a steward. Both terms refer to someone who manages practical affairs for someone else.

## Translation Suggestions: ##

* This could also be translated as "supervisor" or "household organizer" or "servant who manages" or "person who organizes."

(See also: [servant](../other/servant.md))

## Bible References: ##

* [1 Timothy 03:4-5](en/tn/1ti/help/03/04)
* [Genesis 39:3-4](en/tn/gen/help/39/03)
* [Genesis 43:16-17](en/tn/gen/help/43/16)
* [Isaiah 55:10-11](en/tn/isa/help/55/10)
* [Luke 08:1-3](en/tn/luk/help/08/01)
* [Luke 16:1-2](en/tn/luk/help/16/01)
* [Matthew 20:8-10](en/tn/mat/help/20/08)
* [Titus 01:6-7](en/tn/tit/help/01/06)