Thematic Bible: Laws for judges


Thematic Bible



"You are not to be unjust in deciding a case. You are not to show partiality to the poor or honor the great. Instead, decide the case of your neighbor with righteousness." Verse ConceptsFavouritismethics, socialequalityJudging OthersLaw, OtLawsuitsPrejudiceRespect, For Human BeingsJusticeCivil GovernmentPartialityJudging RightlyInjusticeMighty in its influenceRespectMaking DecisionsRespecting Authority

"Appoint judges and civil servants according to your tribes in all your cities that the LORD your God is about to give you, so they may judge the people impartially. You must not twist justice, show favoritism, or take bribes, because a bribe blinds the eyes of the wise and subverts the speech of the righteous.

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