δεξιός

Dexios primarily refers to the right side or hand. In ancient cultures, as in modern, the right hand was often considered the hand of strength, skill, and honor, in contrast to the less favored left hand. This cultural understanding strongly influences its biblical usage, where "the right hand" frequently symbolizes power, authority, and special favor. It is commonly used to describe positions of honor and proximity to God or a king.

The theological weight of *dexios* is significantly amplified in the New Testament with its repeated application to Christ’s ascension and enthronement. Jesus is frequently depicted as being at the "right hand of God," a position that signifies His supreme authority, sovereignty, and divine status. This imagery is rooted in Old Testament messianic prophecies, particularly Psalm 110:1, which speaks of a divine king sitting at God's right hand. Thus, the phrase serves as a powerful declaration of Jesus’ exaltation and His shared divine authority.

Beyond Christology, *dexios* appears in more mundane contexts, referring to the physical right hand or side. However, even in these instances, the underlying cultural associations of the right hand as the dominant and more significant hand can subtly inform the narrative. For example, the mark on the right hand in Revelation carries connotations of allegiance and control.