The property was divided equally 'among' the four survivors. [=each of the four survivors received an equal share of the property]
As a director, he encourages collaboration and considers himself only (the) 'first among equals'.
The brothers are always quarreling 'among themselves'. [=are always quarreling with each other]
(..) turning respectable! All of our money can't buy what I want for Bonnie. Oh, I'll admit I've been at fault, too. But Bonnie's going to have a place among decent people. Yes, even if we both have to crawl on our bellies to every fat old cat. Good morning, Mrs. Meade. Good morning, Captain Butler. (..)1939 Gone with the Wind