Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Deuteronomy 24:17 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Deuteronomy 24:17 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Deuteronomy chapter 24 verse 17 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Thou shalt not pervert the judgment of the stranger, nor of the fatherless; nor take a widow's raiment to pledge:”
Deuteronomy 24:17 (KJV)
Commentary on Deuteronomy 24:17
Protecting vulnerable: 'Thou shalt not pervert the judgment of the stranger, nor of the fatherless; nor take a widow's raiment to pledge.' Three vulnerable groups—immigrants ('stranger'), orphans ('fatherless'), widows—require protection. 'Pervert judgment' (תַּטֶּה מִשְׁפַּט, tateh mishpat) means 'twist justice'—withholding legal rights. Taking widow's garment as pledge (collateral for debt) leaves her exposed/humiliated. These powerless people lack advocates; God advocates for them. The law ensures justice isn't privilege of powerful but right of all, especially vulnerable. This reflects God...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
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Cross-References for Deuteronomy 24:17
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“and pervert the words of the righteous.”
“fatherless”
“then it blessed me; and when the eye saw me”
“and companions of thieves. Everyone loves bribes”
“they shine: yes”
“That they may do evil with both hands earnestly”
“Thou shalt not follow a multitude to do evil; neither shalt thou speak in a cause to decline after many to wrest judgment:”
“you shall bring to me”