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Exodus 22:28 Cross-References
Explore 18 cross-references for Exodus 22:28 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Exodus chapter 22 verse 28 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Thou shalt not revile the gods, nor curse the ruler of thy people. gods: or, judges”
Exodus 22:28 (KJV)
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Commentary on Exodus 22:28
Thou shalt not revile the gods, nor curse the ruler of thy people.'Revile the gods' (אֱלֹהִים לֹא תְקַלֵּל, Elohim lo teqallel)—'gods' is likely judges/rulers (elohim can mean God, gods, or judges; Psalm 82:6). The parallel with 'ruler' (נָשִׂיא, nasi) supports this. Paul quotes this in Acts 23:5 regarding the high priest—even corrupt authority deserves respect for office's sake. The principle: honor authority even when disagreeing. Peter and Paul command respect for governing authorities (Romans 13:1-7, 1 Peter 2:13-17). We can critique policy without cursing persons. Daniel and his friends o...
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Cross-References for Exodus 22:28
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“I didn't know, brothers, that he was high priest. For it is written, 'You shall not speak evil of a ruler of your people.'{Exodus 22:28}”
“no”
“despise authority”
“then the master of the house shall come near to God”
“and despise authority. Daring”
“Yahweh forbid that I should do this thing to my lord”
“Don't destroy him; for who can put forth his hand against Yahweh's anointed”
“to be obedient”
“I will sing praises to you.”