The Hebrew noun yamin means right hand, right side, or south (since when facing east, south is on the right). It occurs approximately 139 times in the Old Testament. The right hand symbolizes power, authority, favor, and blessing in ancient Near Eastern culture and throughout Scripture.
The right hand of God is one of the most powerful images in the Old Testament, representing His sovereign power, salvation, and favor. To be seated at God's right hand is the position of highest honor (Psalm 110:1). The right hand bestows blessing — Jacob's crossed hands gave the right-hand blessing to Ephraim (Genesis 48:14). The name Benjamin (Ben-yamin) means "son of my right hand," signifying a favored child. This imagery carries directly into the New Testament where Christ is seated at the right hand of the Father.