John 7:51

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

“Our Law doesn't let us condemn people before we hear what they have to say. We cannot judge them before we know what they have done.”

Cross References

Exodus 23:1

Don't spread harmful rumours or help a criminal by giving false evidence.

Proverbs 18:13

It's stupid and embarrassing to give an answer before you listen.

Numbers 35:30

Death is the penalty for murder. But no one accused of murder can be put to death unless there are at least two witnesses to the crime.

Acts 23:3

Paul turned to the high priest and said, “You whitewashed wall! God will hit you. You sit there to judge me by the Law of Moses. But at the same time you order men to break the Law by hitting me.”

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.