Daniel 10:21 word by word translation from original hebrew

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A minister requires a people and a government to serve. When Sarah (שָׂרָ֖ה - female version of שר) received her name from God, the people of Israel and an Israeli government didn't yet exist. Therefore, I would argue that minister is not the only meaning of שר

Kings were ministers of the faith.
השר   Minister

Daniel existed in the 6th century BCE. Daniel 10:21.

Wikipedia says the meaning minister is modern hebrew. Daniel certainly did not speak modern hebrew.

You are correct that Minister is Modern Hebrew. However, that does not mean it is not correct.
Derived from the root verb שָׂרַר (sarar), meaning "to rule" or "to have dominion." chieftain, chief, ruler, official, captain, leader.

The word שַׂר (sar) appears frequently in the Hebrew Bible, often referring to leaders or officials in various contexts, including military, governmental, and religious settings. It is used to describe individuals who hold positions of power and responsibility.

And what do you think the word prince can mean?
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