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
Jesus replied, Is it not written in your law, "I have said, ye are gods?"
Nor curse
Acts 23:3
Then said Paul to him, "God will smite thee, thou whited wall: dost thou sit to judge me according to the law, and contrary to the law commandest me to be smitten?"
Romans 13:2
So that he who resisteth the power, resisteth the ordinance of God: and they that resist shall receive condemnation.
Titus 3:1
Admonish them to be submissive to governors and magistrates, to obey their orders, and to be ready to every good work;
1 Peter 2:17
Give due honor to all men. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honour the king.
2 Peter 2:10
especially those who walk after the flesh in the lust of uncleanness, and despise authority; who, being audacious and self-willed, are not afraid to speak evil of dignities:
Jude 1:8
So these vile dreamers also defile the flesh, despise authority, and speak evil of dignities.