Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
Thou shalt not revile the gods, nor curse the ruler of thy people.
The gods
Nor curse
General references
Bible References
The gods
Exodus 22:8
If the thief is not caught, the owner of the house must be brought to God to find out whether or not he took his neighbor's valuables.
Psalm 32:6
For this reason let all godly people pray to you when you may be found. Then raging floodwater will not reach them.
Psalm 82:1
([Psalm of Asaph]) God stands in the congregation of the mighty. He pronounces judgment among the god-like ones: (John 10:35)
Psalm 138:1
([Psalm of David]) I will adore you with all my heart. I will make music to praise you in front of the false gods.
John 10:34
Jesus said: Is it not written in your law, I said, you are 'god-like ones'?
Nor curse
Exodus 21:17
Anyone who curses his father or mother must be put to death.
1 Samuel 24:6
He told his men: Stop talking foolishly. We are not going to attack Saul. He is my king. I pray that Jehovah will keep me from doing anything to harm his chosen king.
1 Samuel 26:9
But David said: Do not harm him! Jehovah will certainly punish whoever harms his chosen king.
Ecclesiastes 10:20
Do not curse the king, no not even in thought. Do not curse the rich in your bedchamber for a bird of the air will carry the voice, and that which has wings will tell the matter.
Acts 23:3
Paul said to him: God will strike you, white washed wall! Do you sit judging me according to the Law, and against law command me to be struck?
Romans 13:2
Whoever opposes the authority resists the ordinance of God. Those who resist will receive judgment.
Titus 3:1
Remind them to be in subjection to rulers and to authorities, to be obedient, and to be ready to do every good work,
1 Peter 2:17
Honor all people. Love the brotherhood. Reverence and respect God. Honor the king.
2 Peter 2:10
This is primarily for those who indulge the flesh in its corrupt desires and despise authority. Daring, self-willed, they do not tremble at glorious ones but speak abusively.
Jude 1:8
In like manner these men also in their dreams defile the flesh, reject authority and speak evil of glorious ones.
General references
Job 34:18
Should anyone even say to a king: You good-for-nothing scoundrel! Or to nobles, you wicked people!
Psalm 82:6
I said: You are god-like ones. You are all sons of the Most High. (John 1:1)