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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><head><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /><meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width; initial-scale=1.0;"/><title>Topical Bible: Bosses</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/b/bosses.htm" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/newtopical.css" type="text/css" media="Screen" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/print.css" type="text/css" media="Print" /><script type="application/javascript" src="https://scripts.webcontentassessor.com/scripts/8a2459b64f9cac8122fc7f2eac4409c8555fac9383016db59c4c26e3d5b8b157"></script><script src='https://qd.admetricspro.com/js/biblehub/biblehub-layout-loader-revcatch.js'></script><script id='HyDgbd_1s' src='https://prebidads.revcatch.com/ads.js' type='text/javascript' async></script><script>(function(w,d,b,s,i){var cts=d.createElement(s);cts.async=true;cts.id='catchscript'; cts.dataset.appid=i;cts.src='https://app.protectsubrev.com/catch_rp.js?cb='+Math.random(); document.head.appendChild(cts); }) (window,document,'head','script','rc-anksrH');</script></head> <script async src="https://www.googletagmanager.com/gtag/js?id=G-LR4HSKRP2H"></script> <script> window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || []; function gtag(){dataLayer.push(arguments);} gtag('js', new Date()); gtag('config', 'G-LR4HSKRP2H'); </script><body><div id="fx"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx2"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="30" scrolling="no" src="/topical/vmenus/job/15-26.htm" align="left" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div><div id="blnk"></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable"><tr><td><div id="fx5"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx6"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="245" scrolling="no" src="//biblehu.com/bmcde/b/bosses.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable3"><tr><td><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" id="announce"><tr><td><div id="l1"><div id="breadcrumbs"><a href="/">Bible</a> > <a href="/topical/">Topical</a> > Bosses</div><div id="anc"><iframe src="/anc.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></div><div id="anc2"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><iframe src="/anc2.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></div></td></tr></table><div id="movebox2"><table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div id="topheading"><a href="/topical/naves/b/boss_of_a_shield.htm" title="Boss of a Shield">◄</a> Bosses <a href="/topical/naves/b/botanical_gardens--(park,_probably).htm" title="Botanical Gardens: (Park, Probably)">►</a></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center" class="maintable2"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><div id="topverse">Jump to: <a href="#amt" title="American Tract Society Bible Dictionary">ATS</a> • <a href="#eas" title="Easton's Bible Dictionary">Easton's</a> • <a href="#web" title="Webster's Dictionary">Webster's</a> • <a href="#cnc" title="Multiversion Concordance">Concordance</a> • <a href="#thes" title="Bible Thesaurus">Thesaurus</a> • <a href="#lib" title="Library">Library</a> • <a href="#sub" title="Subtopics">Subtopics</a> • <a href="#rel" title="Related Terms">Terms</a></div><div id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><a name="te" id="te"></a><div class="vheading2">Topical Encyclopedia</div>In the context of the Bible, the concept of bosses, or those in positions of authority over others in a work or servitude setting, is addressed through various passages that provide guidance on the relationship between masters and servants, employers and employees. The Bible offers principles that are applicable to both those in authority and those under authority, emphasizing mutual respect, fairness, and the recognition of God's ultimate authority over all.<br><br><b>Authority and Responsibility</b><br><br>The Bible acknowledges the existence of hierarchical structures in society, including the workplace. Those in positions of authority, such as bosses, are called to exercise their power with justice and integrity. In <a href="/colossians/4.htm">Colossians 4:1</a> , Paul instructs, "Masters, provide your slaves with what is right and fair, because you know that you also have a Master in heaven." This verse underscores the responsibility of bosses to treat their subordinates with fairness and equity, recognizing that they themselves are accountable to God.<br><br><b>Servant Leadership</b><br><br>The concept of servant leadership is a recurring theme in the Bible. Jesus Christ exemplified this model of leadership, teaching that true greatness comes from serving others. In <a href="/mark/10-42.htm">Mark 10:42-45</a> , Jesus says, "You know that those regarded as rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their superiors exercise authority over them. But it shall not be this way among you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first must be the slave of all. For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many." Bosses are encouraged to lead by example, prioritizing the well-being and development of their employees.<br><br><b>Respect and Obedience</b><br><br>Employees are also given instructions regarding their conduct towards their bosses. In <a href="/ephesians/6-5.htm">Ephesians 6:5-8</a> , Paul writes, "Slaves, obey your earthly masters with respect and fear and sincerity of heart, just as you would obey Christ. Obey them not only to win their favor when their eye is on you, but as slaves of Christ, doing the will of God from your heart. Serve with good will, as to the Lord and not to men, because you know that the Lord will reward each one for whatever good he does, whether he is slave or free." This passage highlights the importance of respect, sincerity, and diligence in one's work, viewing it as service to the Lord.<br><br><b>Justice and Equity</b><br><br>The Bible also addresses the issue of justice and equity in the treatment of workers. <a href="/james/5-4.htm">James 5:4</a> warns, "Look, the wages you failed to pay the workers who mowed your fields are crying out against you. The cries of the harvesters have reached the ears of the Lord of Hosts." This verse serves as a reminder to bosses of the importance of fair compensation and the ethical treatment of employees, as God is attentive to the injustices faced by workers.<br><br><b>Accountability to God</b><br><br>Ultimately, the Bible teaches that all authority is derived from God, and those in positions of leadership are accountable to Him. <a href="/romans/13.htm">Romans 13:1</a> states, "Let every soul be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except that which is from God. The authorities that exist have been appointed by God." Bosses are reminded that their authority is a stewardship entrusted to them by God, and they are to exercise it in a manner that honors Him.<br><br>In summary, the Bible provides a framework for understanding the role and responsibilities of bosses, emphasizing fairness, servant leadership, respect, and accountability to God. These principles guide both employers and employees in fostering a work environment that reflects Christian values and honors God.<a name="eas" id="eas"></a><div class="vheading2">Easton's Bible Dictionary</div>The projecting parts of a shield (<a href="/job/15-26.htm">Job 15:26</a>). The Hebrew word thus rendered means anything convex or arched, and hence the back, as of animals. <a name="web" id="web"></a><div class="vheading2">Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary</div>(<I>n.</I>) Plural of Boss.<a name="lib" id="lib"></a><div class="vheading2">Library</div><p><a href="/library/augustine/exposition_on_the_book_of_psalms/psalm_cxxix.htm"><span class="l">Psalm CXXIX.</span></a> <br><b>...</b> themselves: [5560] ...as it is written in Job (he was speaking of an ungodly sinner),<br> "he runneth against God, even upon his neck, upon the thick <b>bosses</b> of his <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../augustine/exposition on the book of psalms/psalm cxxix.htm</font><p><a href="/library/milligan/men_of_the_bible_some_lesser-known/hiram_the_inspired_artificer.htm"><span class="l">Hiram, the Inspired Artificer</span></a> <br><b>...</b> ornamentation was elaborate exceedingly. Under the brim were two rows of<br> balls or <b>bosses</b>, encircling the laver. Twelve oxen, three <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../milligan/men of the bible some lesser-known/hiram the inspired artificer.htm</font><p><a href="/library/tertullian/on_the_apparel_of_women/chapter_vii_of_elaborate_dressing_of.htm"><span class="l">Of Elaborate Dressing of the Hair in Other Ways, and Its Bearing <b>...</b></span></a> <br><b>...</b> own stature. [194] You, however, do add to your weight some kind of rolls,<br> or shield-<b>bosses</b>, to be piled upon your necks! If you <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../tertullian/on the apparel of women/chapter vii of elaborate dressing of.htm</font><p><a href="/library/augustine/of_holy_virginity_/section_33_whereas_then_all.htm"><span class="l">Whereas, Then, all Christians have to Guard Humility...</span></a> <br><b>...</b> either by more elegant dress than the necessity of so great profession demands,<br> or by remarkable manner of binding the head, whether by <b>bosses</b> of hair swelling <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../augustine/of holy virginity /section 33 whereas then all.htm</font><p><a href="/library/spurgeon/spurgeons_sermons_volume_5_1859/the_way_to_god.htm"><span class="l">The Way to God</span></a> <br><b>...</b> Thus has the apostle put it, "How shall we escape if we neglect so great salvation?"<br> Ye need not fly upon the thick <b>bosses</b> of Jehovah's buckler, ye need not <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 5 1859/the way to god.htm</font><p><a href="/library/maclaren/expositions_of_holy_scripture_e/when_shall_these_things_be.htm"><span class="l">When Shall These Things Be?</span></a> <br><b>...</b> To dash against their cohorts is to throw one's self on the thick <b>bosses</b> of the<br> Almighty's buckler, and none who dare do that can 'prosper.' Submission to His <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture e/when shall these things be.htm</font><p><a href="/library/augustine/the_confessions_of_saint_augustine/chapter_vii_now_then_o.htm"><span class="l">Now Then, O My Helper, Hadst Thou Loosed Me from those Fetters...</span></a> <br><b>...</b> But when I rose proudly against Thee, and ran against the Lord with my neck, with<br> the thick <b>bosses</b> of my buckler, even these inferior things were set above me <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../augustine/the confessions of saint augustine/chapter vii now then o.htm</font><p><a href="/library/augustine/the_confessions_and_letters_of_st/chapter_vii_he_is_severely_exercised.htm"><span class="l">He is Severely Exercised as to the Origin of Evil.</span></a> <br><b>...</b> But when I lifted myself proudly against Thee, and "ran against the Lord, even on<br> His neck, with the thick <b>bosses</b>" of my buckler, [494] even these inferior <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../the confessions and letters of st/chapter vii he is severely exercised.htm</font><p><a href="/library/spurgeon/spurgeons_sermons_volume_3_1857/five_fears.htm"><span class="l">Five Fears</span></a> <br><b>...</b> Many have rushed against the thick <b>bosses</b> of the Almighty's buckler, and<br> defied God, in order to escape the wrath of feeble man. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/...//christianbookshelf.org/spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 3 1857/five fears.htm</font><p><a href="/library/newton/messiah_vol_2/sermon_xlvii_the_intercession_of.htm"><span class="l">The Intercession of Christ</span></a> <br><b>...</b> Can you deliberately give up all claim to happiness, and determine to rush upon<br> the thick ^* <b>bosses</b> of God's buckler (Job 15:26) , to defy His power and to <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../newton/messiah vol 2/sermon xlvii the intercession of.htm</font><a name="thes" id="thes"></a><div class="vheading2">Thesaurus</div><a href="/topical/b/bosses.htm"><span class="l"><b>Bosses</b> (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b><b>Bosses</b> (1 Occurrence). Job 15:26 He runneth upon him, even on his neck, upon<br> the thick <b>bosses</b> of his bucklers: (KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/b/bosses.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/b/boss.htm"><span class="l">Boss</span></a><br><b>...</b> 6. (n.) A swage or die used for shaping metals. 7. (n.) A head or reservoir<br> of water. 8. (vt) To ornament with <b>bosses</b>; to stud. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/b/boss.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/t/thick-bossed.htm"><span class="l">Thick-bossed (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Multi-Version Concordance Thick-bossed (1 Occurrence). Job 15:26 He runneth upon<br> him with a stiff neck, with the thick <b>bosses</b> of his bucklers. (See RSV). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/t/thick-bossed.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/b/building.htm"><span class="l">Building (249 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Wilson (Golgotha, 124) points out that the projecting <b>bosses</b> had a defensive value,<br> in breaking the force of the battering-ram, and here again the necessity of <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/b/building.htm - 47k</font><p><a href="/topical/b/build.htm"><span class="l">Build (242 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Wilson (Golgotha, 124) points out that the projecting <b>bosses</b> had a defensive value,<br> in breaking the force of the battering-ram, and here again the necessity of <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/b/build.htm - 45k</font><p><a href="/topical/r/runneth.htm"><span class="l">Runneth (36 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> (KJV JPS ASV WBS). Job 15:26 He runneth upon him, even on his neck, upon<br> the thick <b>bosses</b> of his bucklers: (KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/r/runneth.htm - 16k</font><p><a href="/topical/o/outstretched.htm"><span class="l">Outstretched (40 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> all care. (BBE). Job 15:26 He runneth against him, with outstretched neck,<br> with the thick <b>bosses</b> of his bucklers; (DBY). Psalms 75 <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/o/outstretched.htm - 19k</font><p><a href="/topical/f/fortified.htm"><span class="l">Fortified (79 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> stones are found in the towers showing marks of the chisel, but it is not till well<br> on in the Hebrew period that stones are found with <b>bosses</b> and marginal <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/f/fortified.htm - 63k</font><p><a href="/topical/f/fort.htm"><span class="l">Fort (8 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> stones are found in the towers showing marks of the chisel, but it is not till well<br> on in the Hebrew period that stones are found with <b>bosses</b> and marginal <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/f/fort.htm - 41k</font><p><a href="/topical/f/fortress.htm"><span class="l">Fortress (75 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> stones are found in the towers showing marks of the chisel, but it is not till well<br> on in the Hebrew period that stones are found with <b>bosses</b> and marginal <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/f/fortress.htm - 60k</font><p><a name="res" id="res"></a><div class="vheading2">Resources</div><a href="https://www.gotquestions.org/Christian-boss.html">How should a Christian treat his/her boss? | GotQuestions.org</a><br /><br /><a href="https://www.gotquestions.org/metoo-movement.html">How should a Christian view the #metoo movement? | GotQuestions.org</a><br /><br /><a href="https://www.gotquestions.org/Bible-rebellion.html">What does the Bible say about rebellion? | GotQuestions.org</a><br /><br /><a href="https://clyx.com/term/bosses.htm">Bosses: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com</a><br /><br /><a href="/concordance/">Bible Concordance</a> • <a href="/dictionary/">Bible Dictionary</a> • <a href="/encyclopedia/">Bible Encyclopedia</a> • <a href="/topical/">Topical Bible</a> • <a href="/thesaurus/">Bible Thesuarus</a></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="cnc" id="cnc"></a><div class="vheading2">Concordance</div><span class="encheading">Bosses (1 Occurrence)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/job/15-26.htm">Job 15:26</a></span><br />He runneth upon him, even on his neck, upon the thick <span class="boldtext">bosses</span> of his bucklers:<br /><span class="source">(KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT)</span><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/b/bosses.htm">Bosses</a></p><a name="rel" id="rel"></a><div class="vheading2">Related Terms</div><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/b/boss.htm">Boss</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/t/thick-bossed.htm">Thick-bossed (1 Occurrence)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/b/building.htm">Building (249 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/b/build.htm">Build (242 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/r/runneth.htm">Runneth (36 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/o/outstretched.htm">Outstretched (40 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/f/fortified.htm">Fortified (79 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/f/fort.htm">Fort (8 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/f/fortress.htm">Fortress (75 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/f/fortification.htm">Fortification (5 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/b/botany.htm">Botany</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/c/cities.htm">Cities (427 Occurrences)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/topical/naves/b/boss_of_a_shield.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Boss of a Shield"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Boss of a Shield" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/topical/naves/b/botanical_gardens--(park,_probably).htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Botanical Gardens: (Park, Probably)"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Botanical Gardens: (Park, Probably)" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div> <div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"><script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script></div></td></tr></table></div></div></div> <br /><br /> <div align="center"> <div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>