Thematic Bible
Thematic Bible
Duty » Pressure of » Rulers'
Only he must not amass horses for himself or cause the people to return to Egypt to obtain more horses. For the LORD said you must never return that way again.
A king brings stability to a land through justice, but a man who takes bribes brings it to ruin.
When a king faithfully administers justice to the poor, his throne will be established forever.
The God of Israel has spoken; the Rock of Israel has talked to me. "When one is governing men justly, he fears God while governing.
"Pay careful attention to your duties, because you are judging not only for the sake of human beings but also for the LORD and he is present with you as you make your rulings.
Therefore, kings, act wisely! Earthly rulers, be warned! Serve the LORD with fear, and rejoice with trembling.
Kings detest wrongdoing, for through righteousness the throne is established.
Mercy » What mercy does
Iniquity is atoned for by gracious love and truth, and through fear of the LORD people turn from evil.
For you, God, have heard my promises; you have assigned to me the heritage of those who fear your name. Add day after day to the king's life; may his years continue for many generations. May he be enthroned before God forever; Appoint your gracious love and truth to guard him.
Mercy » Upholds the throne of kings
Preservation » What preserves
For wisdom will enter your heart, and knowledge will be pleasant to your soul. Discretion will protect you; understanding will watch over you,
For you, God, have heard my promises; you have assigned to me the heritage of those who fear your name. Add day after day to the king's life; may his years continue for many generations. May he be enthroned before God forever; Appoint your gracious love and truth to guard him.
Integrity and justice will preserve me, because I wait on you. Redeem Israel, God, from all its troubles. Davidic
The Nation » Of israel and judah rulers » Duties of
Only he must not amass horses for himself or cause the people to return to Egypt to obtain more horses. For the LORD said you must never return that way again.
A king brings stability to a land through justice, but a man who takes bribes brings it to ruin.
When a king faithfully administers justice to the poor, his throne will be established forever.
The God of Israel has spoken; the Rock of Israel has talked to me. "When one is governing men justly, he fears God while governing.
"Pay careful attention to your duties, because you are judging not only for the sake of human beings but also for the LORD and he is present with you as you make your rulings.
Therefore, kings, act wisely! Earthly rulers, be warned! Serve the LORD with fear, and rejoice with trembling.
Kings detest wrongdoing, for through righteousness the throne is established.
Truth » What truth does
And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free."
Iniquity is atoned for by gracious love and truth, and through fear of the LORD people turn from evil.
For you, God, have heard my promises; you have assigned to me the heritage of those who fear your name. Add day after day to the king's life; may his years continue for many generations. May he be enthroned before God forever; Appoint your gracious love and truth to guard him.
Truth » Kings are preserved by
Upholdment » What upholds
A person's pride will bring about his downfall, but the humble in spirit will gain honor.