What does 統べる mean and when do you use it?

Question:

In what circumstances is it used? Please use example sentences.

Answer:

It means "to govern". Examples of its use are:

1. 国を統べる： to govern a country
2. 国政を統べる：to govern the politics of a country

A little archaic nowadays. Use it when you want to impress others that you are knowledgeable.