What is the difference between “sceptre” or “birthright”?
The word “sceptre” (which is the British spelling; the American is “scepter”) means rulership or a kingly line. It refers to a line of royalty. The word “birthright” has to do with the inheritance of both physical blessings and responsibilities. In ancient Hebrew society, as with many societies, the inheriting of a double portion of the physical possessions of the father usually went to the firstborn son as he had the responsibility of caring for the elderly parents. This was the “birthright.” and kept the untaxed lands in family lines and free from fear.
