Acts 23:5

God's Word

Paul answered, “Brothers, I didn’t know that he is the chief priest. After all, Scripture says, ‘Don’t speak evil about a ruler of your people.’ ”

Cross References

Exodus 22:28

“Never show disrespect for God or curse a leader of your people.

Ecclesiastes 10:20

Don’t curse the king even in your thoughts, and don’t curse rich people even in your bedroom. A bird may carry your words, or some winged creature may repeat what you say.

Acts 23:4

The men standing near Paul said to him, “You’re insulting God’s chief priest!”

Acts 24:17

After many years I have come back to my people and brought gifts for the poor and offerings ⌞for God⌟.

2 Peter 2:10

This is especially true of those who follow their corrupt nature along the path of impure desires and who despise the Lord’s authority. These false teachers are bold and arrogant. They aren’t afraid to insult the ⌞Lord’s⌟ glory.