Bible Dictionary
Sovereignty
God’s sovereignty is his absolute authority and right to accomplish all things according to his wise and righteous will.
Definition
Sovereignty is God’s absolute right and authority to do all things according to his own good pleasure.
Biblical Usage
Scripture presents God as exercising sovereign authority over rulers, mercy, judgment, and all created things. His will and right to act are affirmed in Daniel, Romans, First Timothy, and Revelation.
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Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
Of God, his absolute right to do all things according to his own good pleasure (Dan. 4:25, 35; Rom. 9:15-23; 1 Tim. 6:15; Rev. 4:11).