Proverbs 20:8

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

When rulers decide cases, they weigh the evidence.

Cross References

2 Samuel 23:4

is like the sunrise on a cloudless day, or like rain that sparkles on the grass.”

1 Kings 7:7

Solomon's throne was in Justice Hall, where he judged cases. This hall was completely lined with cedar.

Psalm 72:4

Let the king defend the poor, rescue the homeless, and crush everyone who hurts them.

Psalm 92:9

and your hateful enemies will be scattered and then destroyed.

Psalm 99:4

You are our mighty King, a lover of fairness, who sees that justice is done everywhere in Israel.

Proverbs 16:12

Justice makes rulers powerful. They should hate evil

Proverbs 20:26

A wise ruler severely punishes every criminal.

Proverbs 25:5

Evil people must be removed before anyone can rule with justice.

Proverbs 29:14

Kings who are fair to the poor will rule for ever.

Isaiah 32:1

A king and his leaders will rule with justice.

Matthew 12:30

If you are not on my side, you are against me. If you don't gather in the harvest with me, you scatter it.