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The Right Hand of God

Read right-hand language as power, victory, exaltation, and authority.

10 minutes5 key stepsIntermediate
01
Exodus 15:6

Scripture defines the symbol

God's right hand is glorious in power.

“Thy right hand, O LORD, is become glorious in power: thy right hand, O LORD, hath dashed in pieces the enemy.”
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Psalm 118:16

The LORD's right hand acts

The symbol describes divine action and victory.

“The right hand of the LORD is exalted: the right hand of the LORD doeth valiantly.”
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Psalm 110:1

Messianic exaltation

The Messiah is placed in supreme authority.

“The LORD said unto my Lord, Sit thou at my right hand, until I make thine enemies thy footstool.”
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Acts 2:32–36

Peter explains the exaltation

The risen Jesus receives and exercises messianic authority.

“This Jesus hath God raised up... being by the right hand of God exalted... God hath made that same Jesus... both Lord and Christ.”
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1 Corinthians 15:24–28

The kingdom reaches its goal

Mediatorial rule completes its saving purpose under the one God.

“Then cometh the end, when he shall have delivered up the kingdom to God, even the Father... that God may be all in all.”
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Exodus 15:6
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Psalm 118:16
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Psalm 110:1
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Acts 2:32–36
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1 Corinthians 15:24–28
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Let Scripture define right-hand language through power, authority, exaltation, and the Messiah's reign.

Direct answer · See how the Bible uses right-hand language for power and authority.What does the right hand of God mean?Scripture study · Study the key messianic text behind New Testament right-hand language.Psalm 110:1 meaningScripture study · See how Peter explains Christ's resurrection and exaltation.Acts 2:32–36 meaningScripture study · Follow the purpose and completion of Christ's mediatorial reign.1 Corinthians 15:24–28 meaning
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