Esther 5:3
"When the king saw Esther the queen standing in the court, she obtained favor in his sight; and the king held out to Esther the golden scepter that was in his hand. So Esther came near and touched the top of the scepter."
Key Reflection
In Esther 5:3, we see a pivotal moment of favor and royal grace. When King Xerxes saw Queen Esther standing in the court, he immediately responded by extending his golden scepter to her—a gesture indicating her favor and allowing her to approach him. This act was not just a matter of protocol but carried significant meaning within the cultural context of Persian royalty. The scepter was a symbol of authority and life; its extended hand represented both the king's permission for Esther to enter his presence and, by extension, his willingness to grant her any request she might make.
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From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes