Thematic Bible: Courts of justice
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Courts of justice » The accused » The evidence of two or more witnesses required in
For the third time I am coming to see you. 'By the word of two or three witnesses each statement shall be established.'
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Why, in your own Law it is said that the testimony of two persons is trustworthy.
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Courts of justice » Inferior » Held at the gates
Courts of justice » Judges of » Sat on the judgment-seat while hearing causes
While he was still on the Bench, his wife sent this message to him--"Do not have anything to do with that good man, for I have been very unhappy to-day in a dream on account of him."
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Courts of justice » Generally held in the morning
At daybreak all the Chief Priests and the Councillors of the Nation consulted together against Jesus, to bring about his death.
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When they heard this, they went at daybreak into the Temple Courts, and began to teach. The High Priest and his party, on their arrival, summoned the High Council, including all the leading men among the Israelites, and sent to the jail to fetch the Apostles.
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At daybreak the National Council met--both the Chief Priests and the Teachers of the Law--and took Jesus before their High Council.
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Courts of justice » Superior court » Decided on all appeals and difficult cases
Courts of justice » Sometimes held in synagogues
Time after time, in every Synagogue, I tried by punishments to force them to blaspheme. So frantic was I against them, that I pursued them even to towns beyond our borders.
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Be on your guard against your fellow men, for they will betray you to courts of law, and scourge you in their Synagogues;
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'Lord,' I answered, 'these people know that I used to imprison and scourge, in Synagogue after Synagogue, those who believed in you;
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Suppose a man should enter your Synagogue, with gold rings and in grand clothes, and suppose a poor man should come in also, in shabby clothes,
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Courts of justice » Sanhedrim or court of the seventy » Probably derived from the seventy elders appointed by moses
Courts of justice » The judgment of » Illustrative of the last judgment
"I tell you," answered Jesus, "that at the New Creation, 'when the Son of Man takes his seat on his throne of glory,' you who followed me shall be seated upon twelve thrones, as judges of the twelve tribes of Israel.
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I would ask the one man 'Why do you judge your Brother?' And I would ask the other 'Why do you despise your Brother?' For we shall all stand before the Bar of God.
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Do not you know that Christ's People will try the world? And if the world is to be tried by you, are you unfit to try the most trivial cases?
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Courts of justice » The judgment of » Immediately executed
And Pilate, wishing to satisfy the crowd, released Barabbas to them, and, after scourging Jesus, gave him up to be crucified. The soldiers then took Jesus away into the court-yard--that is the Government House--and they called the whole garrison together. They dressed him in a purple robe, and, having twisted a crown of thorns, put it on him, read more.
And then began to salute him. "Long life to you, King of the Jews!" they said. And they kept striking him on the head with a rod, spitting at him, and bowing to the ground before him--going down on their knees; And, when they had left off mocking him, they took off the purple robe, and put his own clothes on him.
And then began to salute him. "Long life to you, King of the Jews!" they said. And they kept striking him on the head with a rod, spitting at him, and bowing to the ground before him--going down on their knees; And, when they had left off mocking him, they took off the purple robe, and put his own clothes on him.
Courts of justice » Judges of » Conferred together before giving judgment
But Gamaliel, a Pharisee, who was a Doctor of the Law and who was held in universal respect, rose in the Council, and directed that the men should be taken out of court for a little while. He then said: "Men of Israel, take care as to what you intend to do with these men. For not long ago Theudas appeared, professing to be somebody, and was joined by a body of some four hundred men. But he was killed; and all his followers scattered and dwindled away. read more.
After him, Judas the Galilean appeared at the time of the census, and induced people to follow him; Yet he, too, perished and all his followers were dispersed. And, in this present case, my advice to you is not to interfere with these men, but to let them alone, for, if their designs and their work are merely of human origin, they will come to an end; But, if they are of divine origin, you will be powerless to put an end to them--or else you may find yourselves fighting against God!" The Council followed his advice, and, calling the Apostles in, had them flogged, and then, after cautioning them not to speak in the Name of Jesus, set them free.
After him, Judas the Galilean appeared at the time of the census, and induced people to follow him; Yet he, too, perished and all his followers were dispersed. And, in this present case, my advice to you is not to interfere with these men, but to let them alone, for, if their designs and their work are merely of human origin, they will come to an end; But, if they are of divine origin, you will be powerless to put an end to them--or else you may find yourselves fighting against God!" The Council followed his advice, and, calling the Apostles in, had them flogged, and then, after cautioning them not to speak in the Name of Jesus, set them free.
Upon that, Festus, after conferring with his Council, answered: "You have appealed to the Emperor; to the Emperor you shall go."
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Then the King rose, with the Governor and Bernice and those who had been sitting with them, And, after retiring, discussed the case among themselves. "There is nothing," they said, "deserving death or imprisonment in this man's conduct";
Courts of justice » Judges of » To judge as for God
Courts of justice » Inferior » In all cities
Courts of justice » The accused » Permitted to plead their own cause
Turning to Paul, Agrippa said: "You are at liberty to speak for yourself." Then Paul stretched out his hand and began his defense.
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On a sign from the Governor, Paul made this reply: "Knowing, as I do, for how many years you have acted as Judge to this nation, it is with confidence that I undertake my own defense.
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Courts of justice » Of the romans in judea » Appeals from, made to the emperor
And, speaking to Festus, Agrippa added: "The man might have been discharged, if he had not appealed to the Emperor."
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But, as the Jews opposed my release, I was compelled to appeal to the Emperor--not, indeed, that I had any charge to make against my own nation.
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If, however, I am breaking the law and have committed any offence deserving death, I do not ask to escape the penalty; but, if there is nothing in the accusations of these people, no one has the power to give me up to them. I appeal to the Emperor."
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Courts of justice » The judgment of » Allusions to
I, however, say to you that any one who cherishes anger against his brother shall be liable to answer for it to the Court; and whoever pours contempt upon his brother shall be liable to answer for it to the High Council, while whoever calls down curses upon him shall be liable to answer for it in the fiery Pit.
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Courts of justice » Sanhedrim or court of the seventy » Mentioned in the latter part of sacred history
Upon this the Chief Priests and the Pharisees called a meeting of the High Council, and said: "What are we to do, now that this man is giving so many signs?
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At daybreak the National Council met--both the Chief Priests and the Teachers of the Law--and took Jesus before their High Council.
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And then brought them before the Council. The High Priest demanded an explanation from them.
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Courts of justice » Judges of » To judge righteously
Courts of justice » Corruption and bribery often practised in
Courts of justice » Superior court » Presided over by the governor or the high priest
Courts of justice » Provided with » Officers
Be ready to make friends with your opponent, even when you meet him on your way to the court; for fear that he should hand you over to the judge, and the judge to his officer, and you should be thrown into prison.
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Courts of justice » Judges of » Called elders
Courts of justice » Causes in, were opened by » The complainant
When her masters saw that there was no hope of further profit from her, they seized Paul and Silas, dragged them into the public square to the authorities, And took them before the Magistrates. "These men are causing a great disturbance in our town," they complained; "They are Jews, and they are teaching customs which it is not right for us, as Romans, to sanction or adopt."
Courts of justice » Judges of » Not to take bribes
Courts of justice » Superior court » Consisted subsequently of priests and levites
Courts of justice » Sanhedrim or court of the seventy » Consisted of chief priest, &c
Those who had arrested Jesus took him to Caiaphas, the High Priest, where the Teachers of the Law and the Councillors had assembled.
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Meanwhile the Chief Priests and the whole of the High Council were trying to get such false evidence against Jesus, as would warrant putting him to death,
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Courts of justice » The accused » Sometimes treated with insult
Then they spat in his face, and struck him, while others dealt blows at him, saying as they did so:
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When Jesus said this, one of the police-officers, who was standing near, gave him a blow with his hand. "Do you answer the High Priest like that?" he exclaimed. "If I said anything wrong, give evidence about it," replied Jesus; "but if not, why do you strike me?"
Courts of justice » The accused » Stood before the judge
Meanwhile Jesus was brought before the Roman Governor. "Are you the King of the Jews?" asked the Governor. "It is true," answered Jesus.
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Courts of justice » The accused » Examined on oath
But Jesus remained silent. On this the High Priest said to him: "I adjure you, by the Living God, to tell us whether you are the Christ, the Son of God."
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Courts of justice » Inferior » All transfers of property made before
Courts of justice » Both the accusers and accused required to appear before
My answer to them was, that it was not the practice of Romans to give up any man to his accusers till the accused had met them face to face, and had also had an opportunity of answering the charges brought against him.
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Courts of justice » Of the romans in judea » Presided over by the governor or deputy
Meanwhile Jesus was brought before the Roman Governor. "Are you the King of the Jews?" asked the Governor. "It is true," answered Jesus.
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They put him in chains and led him away, and gave him up to the Roman Governor, Pilate.
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Courts of justice » The judgment of » Witnesses first to execute
And began to stone him, the witnesses laying their clothes at the feet of a young man named Saul.
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Courts of justice » Inferior » All minor cases decided by
Courts of justice » Inferior » Judges of, appointed by the governor
Courts of justice » Judges of » To judge without respect of persons
Courts of justice » The accused » Sometimes examined by torture
The Commanding Officer ordered Paul to be taken into the Fort, and directed that he should be examined under the lash, that he might find out the reason for their outcry against him.
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The men who were to have examined Paul immediately drew back, and the Officer, finding that Paul was a Roman citizen, was alarmed at having put him in chains.
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Courts of justice » Of the romans in judea » Place of, called the hall of judgment
From Caiaphas they took Jesus to the Government House. It was early in the morning. But they did not enter the Government House themselves, lest they should become 'defiled,' and so be unable to eat the Passover.
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And, going into the Government House again, he said to Jesus: "Where do you come from?"
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Courts of justice » Superior court » Decisions of, conclusive
Courts of justice » Inferior » Re-established by jehoshaphat
Courts of justice » Provided with » Judges
Courts of justice » Judges of » To investigate every case
Courts of justice » False witnesses in to receive the punishment of the accused
Courts of justice » Sanhedrim or court of the seventy » Presided over by high priest
Then the High Priest stood up, and said to Jesus: "Have you no answer? What is this evidence which these men are giving against you?" But Jesus remained silent. On this the High Priest said to him: "I adjure you, by the Living God, to tell us whether you are the Christ, the Son of God." "It is true," Jesus answered; "Moreover I tell you all that hereafter you shall 'see the Son of Man sitting on the right hand of the Almighty, and coming on the clouds of the heavens.'" read more.
Then the High Priest tore his robes. "This is blasphemy!" he exclaimed. "Why do we want any more witnesses? You have just heard his blasphemy! What is your decision?" They answered: "He deserves death."
Then the High Priest tore his robes. "This is blasphemy!" he exclaimed. "Why do we want any more witnesses? You have just heard his blasphemy! What is your decision?" They answered: "He deserves death."
Courts of justice » Sanhedrim or court of the seventy » Sat in high priest's palace
Those who had arrested Jesus took him to Caiaphas, the High Priest, where the Teachers of the Law and the Councillors had assembled. Peter followed him at a distance as far as the courtyard of the offices, to see the end.
Courts of justice » Superior court » Held at the seat of government
Courts of justice » Judges of » Pronounced the judgment of the court
Then the High Priest tore his robes. "This is blasphemy!" he exclaimed. "Why do we want any more witnesses? You have just heard his blasphemy! What is your decision?" They answered: "He deserves death."
Courts of justice » Superior court » Held first by moses alone in the wilderness
Courts of justice » The accused » Witnesses sometimes laid their hands on the criminal's head before punishment
Courts of justice » The accused » Might have advocates
Courts of justice » Judges of » To promote peace
Courts of justice » Of the romans in judea » Never interfered in any dispute about minor matters or about religion
Just as Paul was on the point of speaking, Gallio said to the Jews: "Jews, if this were a case of misdemeanor or some serious crime, there would be some reason for my listening patiently to you; But, since it is a dispute about words, and names, and your own Law, you must see to it yourselves. I do not choose to be a judge in such matters."
Courts of justice » Of the romans in judea » Never examined their own citizens by torture
But just as they had tied him up to be scourged, Paul said to the Captain standing near: "Is it legal for you to scourge a Roman citizen, unconvicted?" On hearing this, the Captain went and reported it to the Commanding Officer. "Do you know what you are doing?" he said. "This man is a Roman citizen." So the Commanding Officer went up to Paul and said: "Tell me, are you a Roman citizen?" "Yes," replied Paul. read more.
"I had to pay a heavy price for my position as citizen," said the Officer. "I am one by birth," rejoined Paul. The men who were to have examined Paul immediately drew back, and the Officer, finding that Paul was a Roman citizen, was alarmed at having put him in chains.
"I had to pay a heavy price for my position as citizen," said the Officer. "I am one by birth," rejoined Paul. The men who were to have examined Paul immediately drew back, and the Officer, finding that Paul was a Roman citizen, was alarmed at having put him in chains.
Courts of justice » Provided with » Tormentors or executioners
Then his master, in anger, handed him over to the jailers, until he should pay the whole of his debt.
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Courts of justice » Judges of » To decide according to the law
Courts of justice » Have authority from God
Let every one obey the supreme Authorities. For no Authority exists except by the will of God, and the existing Authorities have been appointed by God. Therefore he who sets himself against the authorities is resisting God's appointment, and those who resist will bring a judgment upon themselves. A good action has nothing to fear from Rulers; a bad action has. Do you want to have no reason to fear the Authorities? Then do what is good, and you will win their praise. read more.
For they are God's servants appointed for your good. But, if you do what is wrong, you may well be afraid; for the sword they carry is not without meaning! They are God's servants to inflict his punishments on those who do wrong. You are bound, therefore, to obey, not only through fear of God's punishments, but also as a matter of conscience.
For they are God's servants appointed for your good. But, if you do what is wrong, you may well be afraid; for the sword they carry is not without meaning! They are God's servants to inflict his punishments on those who do wrong. You are bound, therefore, to obey, not only through fear of God's punishments, but also as a matter of conscience.
Courts of justice » The judgment of » Recorded in writing
Courts of justice » The accused » Exhorted to confess
Courts of justice » Judges of » Rode often on white asses
Courts of justice » Of the romans in judea » Could alone award death
"Take him yourselves," said Pilate, "and try him by your own Law." "We have no power to put any one to death," the Jews replied- -
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Courts of justice » Judges of » Called magistrates
When, for instance, you are going with your opponent before a magistrate, on your way to the court do your best to be quit of him; for fear that he should drag you before the judge, when the judge will hand you over to the bailiff of the court, and the bailiff throw you into prison.
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Courts of justice » Causes in, were opened by » An advocate
Five days afterwards the High Priest Ananias came down with some of the Councillors and a barrister named Tertullus. They laid an information with the Governor against Paul;
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Courts of justice » The judgment of » Not given till accused was heard
"Does our Law pass judgment on a man without first giving him a hearing, and finding out what he has been doing?"
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Courts of justice » Judges of » Examined the parties
And you will be able, by examining him on all these points, to satisfy yourself as to the charges which we are bringing against him."
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