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Then the king held out to Esther the golden scepter. So Esther arose, and stood before the king.
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The Scepter of Favor
Commentators explain that the king extending the golden scepter was a crucial, formal gesture. It was a clear token that Esther had found favor, was spared for her uninvited approach, and was granted permission to speak. This single action transformed a life-threatening situation into a moment of hope.
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Esther
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19th Century
Anglican
The king held out the golden sceptre. —See Note on Esther 4:11.
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Then the king held out the golden sceptre towards Esther As a token that she had not incurred his displeasure by com…
Presbyterian
It was time to be earnest when the church of God was at stake. Esther, though safe herself, fell down and begged for the deliverance of her people.…
