Topical Encyclopedia In biblical literature, the right hand often symbolizes power, authority, and favor. However, it also appears in contexts where the accuser stands at the right hand of the accused, signifying opposition and judgment. This imagery is particularly evident in the Old Testament, where the right hand serves as a position of both advocacy and accusation.One of the most illustrative examples of this is found in the book of Zechariah. In Zechariah 3:1 , the prophet writes, "Then he showed me Joshua the high priest standing before the angel of the LORD, with Satan standing at his right hand to accuse him." Here, Satan, whose name means "adversary" or "accuser," stands at the right hand of Joshua, the high priest, to bring charges against him. This scene underscores the role of the right hand as a place where legal and spiritual battles are fought, with the accuser seeking to undermine the position and standing of the accused. The right hand as a place of accusation is not limited to human adversaries but extends to spiritual realms, where Satan is depicted as the accuser of God's people. This is further echoed in the New Testament, where Satan is described as the "accuser of our brothers" in Revelation 12:10 , although the specific imagery of the right hand is not mentioned in this context. In the Psalms, the right hand is also associated with adversaries and accusers. Psalm 109:6 states, "Appoint an evil man to oppose him; let an accuser stand at his right hand." This verse reflects a plea for divine justice against one's enemies, invoking the imagery of an accuser standing at the right hand to emphasize the severity of the opposition faced by the psalmist. Theologically, the presence of an accuser at the right hand of the accused highlights the reality of spiritual warfare and the need for divine intervention. In the case of Joshua the high priest, the LORD rebukes Satan, demonstrating God's authority and willingness to defend His chosen ones against accusations. This divine advocacy is a recurring theme throughout Scripture, where God is portrayed as the ultimate judge who vindicates His people. In summary, the right hand in biblical texts serves as a multifaceted symbol. While it often represents power and favor, it can also denote a place of accusation and opposition, particularly in spiritual contexts. The imagery of the accuser standing at the right hand of the accused underscores the ongoing battle between good and evil, highlighting the need for divine justice and protection. Torrey's Topical Textbook Psalm 109:6Set you a wicked man over him: and let Satan stand at his right hand. Torrey's Topical Textbook Zechariah 3:1 Library "It is Finished" Thursday Night - Before Annas and Caiaphas - Peter and Jesus. That Evil Comes of Sloth, and virtue from Diligence, and that ... Joshua and the Angel The Greatest Trial on Record Peter Stood Up. Christ. The Fourth vision "In Heaven" Appendix xii. The Baptism of Proselytes The Burning of Hus. 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