Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
Thou shalt not revile the gods, nor curse the ruler of thy people.
The gods
Bible References
The gods
John 10:34
"Is it written in your law," replied Jesus, "I said, You are gods?
Nor curse
Acts 23:3
"You whited sepulcher," exclaimed Paul, "God will strike you! You are sitting there to judge me according to the law, are you? And do you command me to be struck, contrary to the Law?"
Romans 13:2
Therefore the man who rebels against authority is opposing the divine ordinances; and those who withstand will bring judgment on themselves.
Titus 3:1
Remind them to be submissive to their rulers and authorities; let them be obedient, ready for every good work;
1 Peter 2:17
Honor all men. Love the brotherhood. Reverence God. Honor the Emperor.
2 Peter 2:10
especially those who spend their lives following the flesh in the lust of defilement, and in despising all authority. Audacious and willful, they feel no awe in railing against dignities;
Jude 1:8
Yet in just the same way these dreamers also defile the flesh, while they set at naught dominion and scoff at dignities.