Exodus 18:26

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

They served as judges, deciding the easy cases themselves, but bringing the more difficult ones to Moses.

Cross References

1 Kings 10:1

The Queen of Sheba heard how famous Solomon was, so she went to Jerusalem to test him with difficult questions.

Job 29:16

I was a father to the needy, and I defended them in court, even if they were strangers.

Exodus 18:22

These judges can handle the ordinary cases and bring the more difficult ones to you. Having them to share the load will make your work easier.

Deuteronomy 1:17

And it doesn't matter if one is helpless and the other is powerful. Don't be afraid of anyone! No matter who comes to your court, God will help you make a fair decision. If any case is too hard for you, bring the people to me, and I will make the decision.

Deuteronomy 17:8

It may be difficult to find out the truth in some legal cases in your town. You may not be able to decide if someone was killed accidentally or murdered. Or you may not be able to tell whether an injury or some property damage was done by accident or on purpose. If the case is too difficult, take it to the court at the place where the LORD your God chooses to be worshipped. This court will be made up of one judge and several priests who serve at the LORD's altar. They will explain the law to you and give you their decision about the case. Do exactly what they tell you, or you will be put to death.