Encyclopedia of The Bible – Prefect
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Prefect

PREFECT (סְגַן, H10505). A person appointed to a position of responsibility. The term is found only in Daniel 2:48; 3:2, 3, 27; 6:7 where KJV has GOVERNOR. One of several grades of officials among the Babylonians, mentioned along with satraps, governors, counselors, treasurers, and others.