Nave's Topical Bible: Orville J. Nave, A.M., D.D., LL.D.

SCEPTER (SCEPTRE)

• A wand used by kings to signify favor or disfavor to those who desired an audience with them Esther 5:2, 8:4
• A symbol of authority Num. 24:17; Isa. 14:5
• Made of gold Esther 4:11
• Made of iron Ps. 2:9; Rev. 2:27, 12:5
• FIGURATIVE Gen. 49:10; Num. 24:17; Isa. 9:4