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.
Kings » Should » Serve Christ
Therefore, kings, act wisely! Earthly rulers, be warned! Serve the LORD with fear, and rejoice with trembling. Kiss the son before he becomes angry, and you die where you stand. Indeed, his wrath can flare up quickly. How blessed are those who take refuge in him. A Davidic Psalm, when he fled from his son Absalom.
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.