Definition: Ancienter, in the Old Testament, refers to a person who had authority over others or their property before his death. It describes someone with a high social status or ability to rule effectively after his demise. For instance, in Isaiah 60:15-20, the prophet describes an old man whose reign was prolonged after his death. Ancienter often implies someone's power and influence over others' affairs is beyond their contemporaries. It's crucial in religious contexts where leaders are often described as being 'ancienters.'