Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

Is it fit to say to a king, Thou art wicked? and to princes, Ye are ungodly?

Bible References

General references

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 13:7
Render therefore to all what is their due: tribute to whom tribute is due, custom to whom custom, reverence to whom reverence, honor to whom honor.
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.