Thematic Bible
Thematic Bible
Government » The kings of the earth
The king establishes the land by justice. He who receives gifts overthrows it.
In the multitude of people is the king's honor, but the lack of people is the destruction of the prince.
It is not for kings, O Lemuel; it is not for kings to drink wine; nor for princes to desire strong drink. They will drink and forget the law, and pervert the judgment of any of the afflicted. Give strong drink to him who is ready to perish, and wine to those who are bitter. read more.
Let him drink and forget his poverty. Let him remember his misery no more.
Let him drink and forget his poverty. Let him remember his misery no more.
The God of Israel has spoken. The protector of Israel said to me: 'The king who rules with justice, who rules in obedience to God.
You have heard my vows, O God, and you have given me what belongs to those who respect your name. Add many years to the king's life; let him live on and on! May he rule forever in your presence, O God. Protect him with your constant love and faithfulness.
Make vows to Jehovah your God and fulfill them. Let all who are around him bring gifts to him. He should be respected. He will cut off the spirit of princes. He is awesome to the kings of the earth.
All the kings of the earth will praise you, O Jehovah, because they have heard the words you spoke. They will sing this about the ways of Jehovah: Jehovah's honor is great!
It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness for the throne is established by righteousness. Righteous lips are the delight of kings. They love the man who speaks what is right. Anger from a king is the messenger of death, but a wise man will placate it. read more.
The light of the king's face causes life. His favor is like a gentle rain in spring.
The light of the king's face causes life. His favor is like a gentle rain in spring.
Excellent speech does not fit a fool; much less do lying lips a prince.
When a king sits on the throne of judgment he scatters away evil with his eyes.
It is the glory of God to conceal a matter, but the honor of kings is to search out a matter. The heavens for height, and the earth for depth, and the heart of kings is unreachable. Take away the dross from the silver and it will go to the refiner. read more.
Take away the wicked before the king, and his throne will be established in righteousness.
Take away the wicked before the king, and his throne will be established in righteousness.
There is power (authority) in the word of a king. Who may ask him: What are you doing?
Hiding » It being the glory of God to conceal
It is the glory of God to conceal a matter, but the honor of kings is to search out a matter. The heavens for height, and the earth for depth, and the heart of kings is unreachable.
King » Rights and duties of
The king establishes the land by justice. He who receives gifts overthrows it.
The king who faithfully judges the poor will have his throne established forever.
O house of David, Jehovah says: Administer justice every morning. Deliver the person who has been robbed from the power of his oppressor. That way I may not have to offer my wrath like fire and burn with none to extinguish it, because of the evil of your deeds.'
It is the glory of God to conceal a matter, but the honor of kings is to search out a matter.
Take away the wicked before the king, and his throne will be established in righteousness. Do not exalt yourself in the presence of the king, and do not stand in the place of great men.
A ruler is persuaded by patience, and a soft tongue breaks the bone.
Kings » Should » Investigate all matters
It is the glory of God to conceal a matter, but the honor of kings is to search out a matter.
Knowledge » Withheld from man withheld » Secret things belong to God
Some secret things are hidden. They belong to Jehovah our God. The things that have been revealed in these teachings belong to us and to our children forever. We must obey every word of this Law.
He replied: Go your way, Daniel for the words are kept secret and sealed till the time of the end.
No one knows the day or hour. The angels in heaven do not know. The Son of God does not know. Only the Father knows!
It is the glory of God to conceal a matter, but the honor of kings is to search out a matter.
No one in heaven, on earth or under the earth was able to open the book and look inside.
When the seven thunders spoke, I was about to write: and I heard a voice from heaven say to me: Seal up those things that the seven thunders spoke. Do not write them.
Magistrates » Wisdom and integrity essential to
It is not for kings, O Lemuel; it is not for kings to drink wine; nor for princes to desire strong drink.
Appoint judges and officers for your tribes in every city Jehovah your God gives you. They are to judge the people fairly.
You should choose capable men from all the people. Find men who respect God. These must be men you can trust who hate corruption. Put them in charge of groups of thousands, hundreds, fifties and tens.
Take wise men with understanding, who are known among your tribes. I will make them rulers over you.'
These sayings belong to the wise. It is not good to show partiality in judgment.
It is the glory of God to conceal a matter, but the honor of kings is to search out a matter.
Philosophy » Reveals the mysteries of providence
That which is known about God is clear to them, for God revealed it to them. His invisible attributes are clearly seen since the creation of the world. The things made prove His eternal power and divine nature. Mankind has no excuse,
It is the glory of God to conceal a matter, but the honor of kings is to search out a matter.
Rulers' » Wisdom and integrity essential to
It is not for kings, O Lemuel; it is not for kings to drink wine; nor for princes to desire strong drink.
Appoint judges and officers for your tribes in every city Jehovah your God gives you. They are to judge the people fairly.
You should choose capable men from all the people. Find men who respect God. These must be men you can trust who hate corruption. Put them in charge of groups of thousands, hundreds, fifties and tens.
Take wise men with understanding, who are known among your tribes. I will make them rulers over you.'
These sayings belong to the wise. It is not good to show partiality in judgment.
It is the glory of God to conceal a matter, but the honor of kings is to search out a matter.
Secret things » Secret things belong to God
Some secret things are hidden. They belong to Jehovah our God. The things that have been revealed in these teachings belong to us and to our children forever. We must obey every word of this Law.
He replied: Go your way, Daniel for the words are kept secret and sealed till the time of the end.
No one knows the day or hour. The angels in heaven do not know. The Son of God does not know. Only the Father knows!
It is the glory of God to conceal a matter, but the honor of kings is to search out a matter.
No one in heaven, on earth or under the earth was able to open the book and look inside.
When the seven thunders spoke, I was about to write: and I heard a voice from heaven say to me: Seal up those things that the seven thunders spoke. Do not write them.
The Nation » Of israel and judah rulers » Wisdom and integrity essential to
It is not for kings, O Lemuel; it is not for kings to drink wine; nor for princes to desire strong drink.
Appoint judges and officers for your tribes in every city Jehovah your God gives you. They are to judge the people fairly.
You should choose capable men from all the people. Find men who respect God. These must be men you can trust who hate corruption. Put them in charge of groups of thousands, hundreds, fifties and tens.
Take wise men with understanding, who are known among your tribes. I will make them rulers over you.'
These sayings belong to the wise. It is not good to show partiality in judgment.
It is the glory of God to conceal a matter, but the honor of kings is to search out a matter.