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# scepter, scepters
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## Definition:
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The term "scepter" refers to an ornamental rod or staff held by a ruler, such as a king.
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* Scepters were originally a branch of wood with carved decorations. Later scepters were also made of precious metals such as gold.
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* The scepter was a symbol of royalty and authority and also symbolized the honor and dignity associated with a king.
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* In the Old Testament, God was described as having a scepter of righteousness because God rules as king over his people.
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* An Old Testament prophecy referred to the Messiah as a symbolic scepter that would come from Israel to rule over all nations.
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* This could also be translated as "ruling rod" or "king's rod.
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(See also: [authority](../kt/authority.md), [Christ](../kt/christ.md), [king](../other/king.md), [righteous](../kt/righteous.md))
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## Bible References:
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* [Amos 01:5](rc://en/tn/help/amo/01/5)
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* [Esther 04:11](rc://en/tn/help/est/04/11)
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* [Genesis 49:10](rc://en/tn/help/gen/49/10)
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* [Hebrews 01:08](rc://en/tn/help/heb/01/08)
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* [Numbers 21:18](rc://en/tn/help/num/21/18)
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* [Psalms 045:06](rc://en/tn/help/psa/045/06)
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## Word Data:
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* Strong's: H2710, H4294, H7626, H8275, G4464
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