Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
Is it fit to say to a king, Thou art wicked? and to princes, Ye are ungodly?
General references
Bible References
General references
Exodus 22:28
Do not curse God. Do not curse a ruler of your people.
Proverbs 17:26
It is not good to punish the righteous. It is not good to strike princes because of their uprightness.
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 13:7
Render therefore to all their due. Provide tribute to whom tribute is due. Give custom to whom custom is owed. Render fear to whom fear is owed and offer honor to whom honor is deserved.
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.