Ecclesiastes 8:2

Bible in Basic English 1965

I say to you, Keep the king's law, from respect for the oath of God.

Cross References

2 Samuel 21:7

But the king did not give up Mephibosheth, the son of Saul's son Jonathan, because of the Lord's oath made between David and Jonathan, the son of Saul.

1 Kings 2:43

Why then have you not kept the oath of the Lord and the order which I gave you?

1 Chronicles 29:24

And all the chiefs and the men of war and all the sons of King David put themselves under the authority of Solomon the king.

Exodus 22:11

If he takes his oath before the Lord that he has not put his hand to his neighbour's goods, the owner is to take his word for it and he will not have to make payment for it.

Proverbs 24:21

My son, go in fear of the Lord and the king: have nothing to do with those who are in high positions:

Titus 3:1

Make clear to them that they are to put themselves under rulers and authorities, to do what they are ordered, to be ready for every good work,

1 Samuel 14:26

But not a man put his hand to his mouth for fear of the curse.